The Final Cut

7.6IMDb Score
Released:1995-11-05
Genre:Drama, Comedy, War & Politics
Duration: min
Country:United Kingdom
Director:Mike Vardy
Actors:Ian Richardson, Diane Fletcher, Paul Freeman, Isla Blair, Nickolas Grace
Production:BBC, GBH

Overview:

Urquhart aims to secure his legacy on the international stage, but faces threats both from abroad and closer to home.

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