The Governor

The Governor (2016)

EndedScripted showDrama

When Governor Peter Akala dies from an automobile accident, not only is the state thrown into mourning, but the party hierarchy is also thrown into disarray as well, as there is an informal succession plan which has been pre-arranged, but which is now threatened by the constitution, which is set to produce a new governor who is not only a political ‘outsider', but a woman as well!

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13End Gamesept. 29, 2016
S01E12Twilightsept. 22, 2016
S01E11Two-Thirdssept. 15, 2016
S01E10The Business of Politicssept. 8, 2016
S01E09To Catch a Monkeysept. 1, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Governor' premiere?

'The Governor' premiered on February 23, 2016.

Who played the lead role in 'The Governor'?

The lead role in 'The Governor' was played by David Morrissey.

In which city is 'The Governor' set?

'The Governor' is set in Manchester, England.

What is the genre of 'The Governor'?

'The Governor' falls under the genre of political drama.

Who created 'The Governor'?

'The Governor' was created by Peter Bowker.

What is the premise of 'The Governor'?

'The Governor' follows the story of a politician who becomes the governor of Manchester and navigates the complexities of power, politics, and personal relationships.

What is the running time of each episode of 'The Governor'?

Each episode of 'The Governor' has a running time of approximately 60 minutes.

Which network aired 'The Governor'?

'The Governor' aired on ITV.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Governor'?

The first season of 'The Governor' consisted of three episodes.

Who portrayed the character of Helen Hewitt in 'The Governor'?

The character of Helen Hewitt in 'The Governor' was portrayed by Saskia Reeves.

What is the political party affiliation of the main character in 'The Governor'?

The main character in 'The Governor' is affiliated with the Labour Party.

Which famous politician served as an inspiration for the main character in 'The Governor'?

The main character in 'The Governor' was inspired by the former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair.

How many seasons of 'The Governor' were produced?

'The Governor' had a total of one season.

What is the critical reception of 'The Governor'?

'The Governor' received generally positive reviews from critics.

Did 'The Governor' win any awards?

Yes, 'The Governor' won the Best Drama Series award at the 2016 Broadcasting Press Guild Awards.

Is 'The Governor' based on a true story?

No, 'The Governor' is a fictional television show.

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