The Thick of It
Comedy • TV-MA • 2005–12 • 4 Seasons
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Set in the corridors of power and spin, the Minister for Social Affairs is continually harassed by Number 10's policy enforcer and dependent on his not-so-reliable team of civil servants.
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Peter Capaldi, Chris Addison, Rebecca Front, Joanna Scanlan, James Smith
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I swear this is exactly what I imagine government to look like behind the scenes. The writing is tight and the performances witty.
Brutally funny and irreverent. Perfect for politicos, fans of witty British humor, and Veep.
British comedy at its finest. Witty, rude, fast-paced, it set a new bar for political comedy
It's satire at its best and most chillingly accurate too.
One of the best shows about politics. Peter Capaldi is unforgettable in his tole as Malcolm Tucker
I love peter capaldi. no other context is needed
Very funny and leaves you thinking that this is a scarily accurate portrayal of what actually goes on within govt
I'm convinced this is the most quotable series of all time. From the potty-mouthed to the incompetent, this show is effortlessly hilarious.
You need to give this a bash. True genius. Writing is fantastic.
Fantastic comedy about the British Government. Worth a watch just for Peter Capaldi as Malcom Tucker!
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Trailer
The Thick of It: Coalition trailer - BBC Two