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The First Lady

1968–19692 seasonsPhilip Levene
IMDb 7.7
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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.

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What is The First Lady (1968) 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 stars in The First Lady?

The First Lady stars Thora Hird (Sarah Danby), James Grout (George Kingston), Henry Knowles (Tom Danby), Bob Keegan (Will Tarrant). The series was created by Philip Levene.

How many seasons does The First Lady have?

The First Lady has 2 seasons. There are 54 episodes in total.

Is The First Lady worth watching?

The First Lady holds an IMDb rating of 7.7/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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