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The New Statesman

1987·Show
26Episodes in4Seasons
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8
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IMDb7.8
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The New Statesman fingerprint

Very funny, immersive world, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Romance3
  • Pathos2

Humor

Plenty of satire and sharp wit

  • Satire & Parody10
  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Dark Humor9

World

Politics, society, and history

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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Episode ratings

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About

The New Statesman is a British sitcom of the late 1980s and early 1990s satirising the Conservative government of the time.
Political SatireDark ComedyCynical HumorBritish SitcomWitty DialogueCharacter-DrivenThatcherite CritiqueScoundrel ProtagonistAdult Themes

Crew

Directed by:
Geoffrey Sax, Graeme Harper
Written by:
Laurence Marks, Maurice Gran
Produced by:
David Reynolds

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The New Statesman

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The New Statesman legally?

PrimeBritboxThe RokuBritBoxPluto TVPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsFawesome

The New Statesman is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, BritBox, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The New Statesman worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The New Statesman rated?

Strong languageSexual content

Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.

How many seasons does The New Statesman have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 26 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did The New Statesman air?

It ran from 1987 to 1992 and has ended.

What language is The New Statesman in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The New Statesman?

5AUCAGBGGUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The New Statesman in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The New Statesman use?

Secret Test of CharacterUnsympathetic Comedy ProtagonistRetoolSpeed SexChained to a BedUpper-Class TwitKavorka ManBad People Abuse AnimalsEstablishing Character MomentKarma HoudiniDisproportionate RetributionWedding Episodeand 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for The New Statesman, including Secret Test of Character, Unsympathetic Comedy Protagonist, Retool.