The Final Cut: Miniseries
The Final Cut is a television serial released in 1995 as a BBC television production and the third part of the House of Cards trilogy. Directed by Mike Vardy, the serial was adapted for television by Andrew Davies from the 1994 novel of the same name by Michael Dobbs. The narrative centers on seasoned politician Francis Urquhart, who attempts to establish his legacy before retirement by negotiating an end to Cyprus.
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Francis Urquhart is a seasoned politician approaching his retirement.
- Urquhart attempts to establish his legacy by negotiating an end to Cyprus.
- The island of Cyprus conceals secrets from Urquhart's past.
- The hidden secrets from his past carry the potential to destroy him.
Season overview
The Final Cut is a television serial released in 1995 as a BBC television production and the third part of the House of Cards trilogy. Directed by Mike Vardy, the serial was adapted for television by Andrew Davies from the 1994 novel of the same name by Michael Dobbs. The narrative centers on seasoned politician Francis Urquhart, who attempts to establish his legacy before retirement by negotiating an end to Cyprus. However, the island harbors secrets from his past that possess the potential to destroy him. The drama combines elements of comedy, war, and politics, following Urquhart as he navigates these challenges during the course of the television series.
Episode Guide
Season 1 Progress Shield
Part 1
Nov 5, 1995 · 52 min
Approaching his 65th birthday, PM Francis Urquhart begins to see the end of his career. Not that he has the intention of resigning anytime soon. He does however hope to establish a
Part 2
Nov 12, 1995 · 53 min
Having sacked his Parliamentary Private Secretary, Urquhart casts about for a replacement. At the suggestion of Geoffrey Booza Pitt he gives serious consideration to backbench MP C
Part 3
Nov 19, 1995 · 54 min
Having resigned as Foreign Secretary, Makepeace launches a blistering attack in the House of Commons directed not only at the government in general but at the Prime Minister in par
Part 4
Nov 26, 1995 · 54 min
Not having secured enough votes on the first ballot to retain the party leadership, Urquhart plots to not only keep him in place as PM but to win the next general election. He is d