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The Glittering Prizes (1976)

TV Series ★ 7.3 75 min

Drama

The Glittering Prizes is a six-part British television drama written by Frederic Raphael, broadcast on BBC Two in 1976. From the 1950s to 1970s, a group of Cambridge University students explore their changing lives and the 'glittering prizes' of success, academia and personal fulfillment in a shifting Britain.

Frederic Raphael Creator Frederic Raphael Writer

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Released
January 21, 1976
Runtime
75 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0073999
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What is The Glittering Prizes about?
The Glittering Prizes is a six-part British television drama written by Frederic Raphael, broadcast on BBC Two in 1976. From the 1950s to 1970s, a group of Cambridge University students explore their changing lives and the 'glittering prizes' of success, academia and personal fulfillment in a shifting Britain.
Who created The Glittering Prizes?
The Glittering Prizes was created by Frederic Raphael.
When was The Glittering Prizes released?
The Glittering Prizes is a 1976 drama series.
Where can I watch The Glittering Prizes?
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