7.5Hope and Glory · 1999
Hope and Glory (1999) is a Drama series directed by Lucy Gannon, starring Lenny Henry, Amanda Redman, Sara Stephens.
Drama
7.5Overview
Ian George, the head of an exclusive school, is asked to take a look at Hope Park Comprehensive School, which is in special measures, and asked to confirm its closure. The outgoing head breaks down during his farewell speech and delivers an emotional rant against the students, telling them how worthless they are. After meeting staff and pupils, George believes there is some hope for the school. The show was inspired by a real head teacher named William Atkinson.
Cast
Lenny Henry, Amanda Redman, Sara Stephens, Gillian Kearney, Rosie Day, Clive Russell, Lee Warburton, Phyllis Logan
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What is "Hope and Glory" about?
Ian George, the head of an exclusive school, is asked to take a look at Hope Park Comprehensive School, which is in special measures, and asked to confirm its closure. The outgoing head breaks down during his farewell speech and delivers an emotional rant against the students, telling them how worthless they are. After meeting staff and pupils, George believes there is some hope for the school. The show was inspired by a real head teacher named William Atkinson.
When was "Hope and Glory" released?
Hope and Glory was released in 1999.
Who stars in "Hope and Glory"?
The cast includes Lenny Henry, Amanda Redman, Sara Stephens, Gillian Kearney.
