TV series
The First Lady
1968–1969, English, on BBC One. Created by Philip Levene.
The First Lady is a British television drama produced for BBC One, starring Thora Hird as crusading local councillor Sarah Danby, set around the fictional Lancashire borough of Furness. Capitalising on the popularity of its lead actress, The First Lady was a down-to-earth series exploring the inner workings of local government.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 54
- Episode length
- 50 min
- Status
- Ended in 1969
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Latest episode
S1 E38: The Whips Are Out
Aired 17 July 1969
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
- Philip LeveneCreator
- Thora HirdSarah Danby · 54 ep
- James GroutGeorge Kingston · 54 ep
- Henry KnowlesTom Danby · 54 ep
- Bob KeeganWill Tarrant · 54 ep
- Margaret JohnCast · 4 ep
- John StrattonCast · 2 ep
- Ralph WatsonCast · 1 ep
- Brenda BruceCast · 1 ep
- Roger HammondCast · 1 ep
- Jack SmethurstCast · 1 ep
- George WaringCast · 1 ep
- Harry TowbCast · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 7 April 1968
- Last aired
- 17 July 1969
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The First Lady: quick answers
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How many seasons of The First Lady are there?
The First Lady has 2 seasons and 54 episodes, about 50 minutes each.
Is The First Lady finished?
Yes. The First Lady ended in 1969, so you can watch the whole story.
Is The First Lady suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The First Lady?
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Who created The First Lady?
The First Lady was created by Philip Levene and stars Thora Hird, James Grout, Henry Knowles.