G.B.H. 1991
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- June 6, 1991
- Format
- 1 season · 7 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~9.5 hours (81 min/ep)
- Created By
- Alan Bleasdale
- Network
- Channel 4
What is G.B.H.?
G.B.H. is a television series first released in 1991.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1991
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 7
- Runtime
- 81 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 6, 1991
- Networks
- Channel 4
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
- Format
- 1 season · 7 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~81 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- Channel 4
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 7 episodes and an average 81-minute runtime.
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Overview
G.B.H. is a television series first released in 1991. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Channel 4. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 7 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“Political intrigue collides with educational turmoil in this gritty 1990s British drama.”
- Sharp writing by Alan Bleasdale
- Compelling clash of politics and education
- Insightful period social commentary
- May feel dated to modern viewers
- Intense political themes may not appeal to all
Watch it if you enjoy sharp political drama and character-driven conflict.
The series contains intense political themes and mature subject matter, suited for adult viewers.
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Season 1 · 7 episodes
- E1 It Couldn't Happen Here Mytharc Jun 6, 1991
- E2 Only Here on a Message Core Jun 13, 1991
- E3 Send a Message to Michael Core Jun 20, 1991
- E4 Message Sent Core Jun 27, 1991
- E5 Message Received Core Jul 4, 1991
- E6 Message Understood Mytharc Jul 11, 1991
- E7 Over and Out Mytharc Jul 18, 1991
Frequently asked questions
What is G.B.H.?
G.B.H. is a seven-part British television drama about a Labour council leader and a headmaster of a school for disturbed children.
Who wrote the series?
The series was written by Alan Bleasdale.
When and where did it originally air?
It was shown in the summer of 1991 on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom.
Why was the series controversial?
It was controversial because the character Michael Murray appeared to be based on real-life politician Derek Hatton.
How many episodes are there?
The series consists of seven episodes.
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