For the Greater Good

For the Greater Good is a three-part 1991 BBC Two television drama serial written by G.F. Newman and directed by Danny Boyle. It centres on three politicians attempting to reform the British prison system. However, their efforts are undermined when the tabloid press exposes their private lives.

First Air Date: 1991-03-20

Rating: 9/10

Cast

Martin Shaw

Roy Dotrice

Nicholas Jones

Nicholas Woodeson