Absolute Power. Image shows from L to R: Martin McCabe (John Bird), Charles Prentiss (Stephen Fry). Copyright: BBC
Absolute Power

Absolute Power

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Two
  • 2003 - 2005
  • 12 episodes (2 series)

Satire set amidst one of London's leading public relations firms and the exploits of its bosses, the amoral Charles Prentiss and worldly wise Martin McCabe. Stars Stephen Fry, John Bird, James Lance, Zoe Telford, Sally Bretton and more.

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The Best Politically-Powered Comedies

What is it about the violently egotistical, easily corrupted, self-doubt-riddled nature of your typical politician that makes them such a perfect target for comedy?

BBC, 1st September 2018

Absolute Power creator dies

Mark Tavener, who created the hit Radio 4 and BBC2 satire Absolute Power, has died.

John Plunkett, The Guardian, 24th October 2007

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