The History Man

Overview

The History Man is a four-part 1981 British television drama miniseries written by Christopher Hampton, based on Malcolm Bradbury's 1975 novel of the same title. Ardently left-wing, or so it seems, Howard Kirk subtly extends his power over students and colleagues alike at a redbrick university.

Created by Christopher Hampton

Network

• BBC Two

Seasons & Episodes

Cast

• 

  Antony Sher

  Professor Howard Kirk

  4 eps

• 

  Geraldine James

  Barbara Kirk

  4 eps

• Jonathan Bruton

  Martin Kirk

  4 eps

• Charlotte Enderby

  Celia Kirk

  4 eps

• 

Themes

• based on novel or book
• revenge
• miniseries
• teacher student relationship
• academia

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