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The First Lady (1968)

TV Series ★ 10.0 50 min

Drama

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.

Philip Levene Creator

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Released
April 7, 1968
Runtime
50 min
IMDb
tt0062561
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Cast

Thora Hird Thora Hird Sarah Danby James Grout James Grout George Kingston Henry Knowles Tom Danby Bob Keegan Will Tarrant

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Frequently asked questions

What is The First Lady about?
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.
Who created The First Lady?
The First Lady was created by Philip Levene.
Who stars in The First Lady?
The First Lady stars Thora Hird, James Grout, Henry Knowles, Bob Keegan.
When was The First Lady released?
The First Lady is a 1968 drama series.
Where can I watch The First Lady?
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