TV series
Hope and Glory
1999–2000, English, on BBC One. Created by Lucy Gannon.
Ian George, the head of an exclusive school, is asked to take a look at Hope Park Comprehensive School, which is in special measures, and asked to confirm its closure. The outgoing head breaks down during his farewell speech and delivers an emotional rant against the students, telling them how worthless they are. After meeting staff and pupils, George believes there is some hope for the school. The show was inspired by a real head teacher named William Atkinson.
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 16
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Ended in 2000
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Latest episode
S3 E6: Episode 6
Aired 5 November 2000
Seasons 3
Cast & crew
- Lucy GannonCreator
- Lenny HenryIan George · 10 ep
- Amanda RedmanDebbie Bryan · 10 ep
- Sara StephensSally Bell · 10 ep
- Gillian KearneyKitty Burton · 10 ep
- Rosie DayEmma · 6 ep
- Clive RussellPhil Jakes · 4 ep
- Lee WarburtonTony Elliott · 4 ep
- Phyllis LoganAnnie Gilbert · 4 ep
- Sarah FrenchKeeley Porter · 3 ep
- Richard GriffithsLeo Wheeldon · 2 ep
- Shirley StelfoxJean Bryan · 2 ep
- Peter DavisonNeil Bruce · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 22 June 1999
- Last aired
- 5 November 2000
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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Hope and Glory: quick answers
Is Hope and Glory worth watching?
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How many seasons of Hope and Glory are there?
Hope and Glory has 3 seasons and 16 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is Hope and Glory finished?
Yes. Hope and Glory ended in 2000, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Hope and Glory on?
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Hope and Glory parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Hope and Glory?
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Who created Hope and Glory?
Hope and Glory was created by Lucy Gannon and stars Lenny Henry, Amanda Redman, Sara Stephens.