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Mr. Palfrey of Westminster

1984 – 1985Show2 seasons10 episodesTV-14

Drama
67
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7

A nostalgic, slow-burning drama series about everyday modern life and history.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for scares, adrenaline or brutality.

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Episodes

2 seasons · 10 episodes · best: S2E6 "The Baited Trap" 8.9

Episodes

8.0
8.3

Story

Mr. Palfrey is a mild-mannered, but highly skilled counter-espionage agent employed by a small, unnamed department within British intelligence. He and his team tackle complex cases, often involving government cover-ups and internal affairs.

Feels like

  • Mild-Mannered Spy
  • British Counter-Espionage
  • Slow-Burn Mystery
  • Bureaucratic Intrigue
  • Cozy Thriller
  • Character-Driven Drama
  • Subtle Tension
  • Witty Dialogue
  • Nostalgic 80s TV

Cast

24 of 51 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Christopher Hodson, John Howard Davies, Gerald Blake
Written by
Philip Broadley, George Markstein, Michael Chapman
Produced by
Michael Chapman

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 18, 1984 · June 11, 1985 · Ended

First aired
April 18, 1984
Last aired
June 11, 1985
Status
Ended
Length
2 seasons · 10 episodes
Age rating
TV-14
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Mr. Palfrey of Westminster worth watching?"

Questions about Mr. Palfrey of Westminster

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Mr. Palfrey of Westminster worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67 (IMDb 7.7).

Is Mr. Palfrey of Westminster okay for kids?

TV-14

Yes: it's rated TV-14 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch Mr. Palfrey of Westminster?

10 h

About 10 hours: 10 episodes in 2 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1984 to 1985.