The Final Cut (1995): cast, story & where to watch

1995 · Series · ★ 7.6

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Released in 1995, The Final Cut is a drama, comedy and war & politics series.

What it’s about. Seasoned politician Francis Urquhart tries to establish his legacy before retirement by negotiating an end to the Cyprus, but the island hides secrets from his past that could destroy him.

Who’s in it. The Final Cut stars Ian Richardson as Francis Urquhart, Diane Fletcher as Elizabeth Urquhart, Paul Freeman as Tom Makepeace and Isla Blair as Claire Carlsen, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Final Cut has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Final Cut page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Final Cut tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Final Cut (1995)?
In US, The Final Cut is available to stream on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Final Cut worth watching?
The Final Cut holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, comedy and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Final Cut?
The Final Cut stars Ian Richardson, Diane Fletcher, Paul Freeman, Isla Blair and Nickolas Grace.
When was The Final Cut released?
The Final Cut was released in 1995.