Disraeli
A&E (1978)
Biography
In Collection
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IMDB   8.1
4 hr 13 mins UK / English
DVD  Region 1   NR
Mary Peach
Ian McShane
John Carlisle Gladstone
Rosemary Leach Queen Victoria
Brewster Mason
Renée Asherson Lady Bradford
Brendan Barry Sir Stafford Northcote
Frances Bennett Lady Chesterfield
Rachel Bell Clara
Antony Brown Peel
David de Keyser Baron de Rothschild
Mark Dignam Lyndhurst
Patrick Drury Montagu Corry
John Gregg Lord Salisbury
Suzanna Hamilton Princess Alexandra
Patricia Hodge Rosina
Leigh Lawson Count D'Orsay
Jenny Lipman Sarah
Director
Claude Whatham
Alfred E. Green
Producer Cecil Clarke
Lorna Mason
Writer David Butler
Musician Wilfred Josephs

Golden Globe winner Ian McShane (Deadwood, Sexy Beast) gives an acclaimed performance as the most colorful and flamboyant political figure of the 19th century. Heading a powerful British ensemble cast, he shines in the title role, capturing the charm, determination, and political brilliance that won the favor of Queen Victoria and eventually the nation.

Initially mocked and ridiculed at his attempt to rise within British government, Benjamin Disraeli used his fame as a writer of scandalous novels and his charm with influential women to make remarkable strides in Parliament. He eventually becomes the first and only Jewish born Prime minister to serve in the history of Britain.

Beautifully shot on location, and spanning five decades of Disraeli's life, this multiple-Emmy nominated, original miniseries is an engrossing portrait of one of Britain's most controversial leaders.
Episodes
    Seen it: Yes   1 hr 0 mins    9/5/1978  1.  Dizzy
After not having much success as an author, young social gadfly Benjamin Disraeli decides to run for Parliament. He loses his first bid but is eventually elected as a Tory.
Director:  Claude Whatham  Writer:  David Butler 
    Seen it: Yes   1 hr 0 mins    9/12/1978  2.  Mary Anne
Disraeli makes his presence felt as a member of Parliament and marries a wealthy widow named Mary Anne Lewis, but he's disappointed at continually being bypassed for a Cabinet position.
Director:  Claude Whatham  Writer:  David Butler 
    Seen it: Yes   1 hr 0 mins    9/19/1978  3.  The Great Game 1858-1872
Disraeli's stature in his party rises as he gains the favor of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. He also begins his great rivalry with Liberal leader Gladstone and sees his wife's health begin to deteriorate.
Director:  Claude Whatham  Writer:  David Butler 
    Seen it: Yes   1 hr 0 mins    9/26/1978  4.  The Chief 1872-1881
Disraeli's beloved wife, Mary Anne, passes away but he's elected party leader and steers the Conservatives to a landslide victory in the 1872 elections. As Prime Minister, Disraeli shows his greatness by implementing reforms at home and pursuing a successful foreign policy.
Director:  Claude Whatham  Writer:  David Butler 
Edition Details
Series Disraeli
Distributor A&E Home Video
Release Date 4/29/2008
Packaging Keep Case
Screen Ratio Standard 1.33:1 Color
Audio Tracks ENGLISH: Dolby Digital Stereo
Layers Single Side, Dual Layer
No. of Disks/Tapes 2

Features
Disc 01 Ian McShane Biography
Ian McShane Filmography