The New Statesman (1987-1994)
EndedScripted showComedy
A British comedy that might be described as a combination of Yes, Minister and Blackadder, this is the story of A. B'Stard, a statesman in the tradition of Genghis Khan, who will stop at nothing to make himself richer and more comfortable. Arguably the most conservative member of the British Parliament, he is aided by a witless colleague, MP Piers Fletcher-Dervish.
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S04E06 | The Irresistible Rise of Alan B'Stard | Dec 26, 1992 |
| S04E05 | A Bigger Splash | Dec 20, 1992 |
| S04E04 | Heil and Farewell | Dec 13, 1992 |
| S04E03 | Speaking in Tongues | Dec 6, 1992 |
| S04E02 | H*A*S*H | Nov 29, 1992 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did 'The New Statesman' premiere?
'The New Statesman' premiered on September 13, 1987.
Who created 'The New Statesman'?
'The New Statesman' was created by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran.
Who was the lead actor in 'The New Statesman'?
Rik Mayall played the lead role of Alan B'Stard in 'The New Statesman'.
What was the name of the fictional political party in the show?
The fictional political party in 'The New Statesman' was called the 'Party of Progressive Democracy'.
What was Alan B'Stard's profession in the show?
Alan B'Stard was a Conservative MP in 'The New Statesman'.
What was the name of the character played by Marsha Fitzalan in the show?
Marsha Fitzalan played the character of Sarah B'Stard in 'The New Statesman'.
In which London constituency was Alan B'Stard elected?
Alan B'Stard was elected in the fictional constituency of Haltemprice, East.
Who played Alan B'Stard's wife in the show?
Tracy Louise Ward played the role of Alan B'Stard's wife, Rusty in 'The New Statesman'.
What was the name of the thirteenth episode in Season 2?
The thirteenth episode in Season 2 was titled 'Baa Baa Black Sheep'.
Who directed most of the episodes in 'The New Statesman'?
Geoff Posner directed most of the episodes in 'The New Statesman'.
In which year does the Christmas special take place?
The Christmas special in 'The New Statesman' takes place in the year 1992.
What was the name of the character played by Michael Troughton in the show?
Michael Troughton played the role of Brian in 'The New Statesman'.
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