The Nearly Man (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Series · ★ 10
Released in 1974, The Nearly Man is a notable series.
What it’s about. The Nearly Man was a UK TV series from the mid-1970s created by Arthur Hopcraft about a middle-class Labour MP. Originally screened on ITV on 4 August 1974, the series won the Broadcasting Press Guild award for the best single play on British television in 1974. The series was filmed in London by Granada Television, in black and white. Some episodes were directed by British director John Irvin. The main cast included Tony Britton as the lead character, Anne Firbank, John Leyton, and Ian McCulloch.
Who’s in it. The Nearly Man stars Tony Britton as Christopher Collinson - Chris Tomlinson, Wilfred Pickles as Bernard King, Michael Elphick as Ron Hibbert and Ann Firbank as Alice Collinson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Nearly Man sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nearly Man page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nearly Man (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nearly Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nearly Man worth watching?
- The Nearly Man holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Nearly Man?
- The Nearly Man stars Tony Britton, Wilfred Pickles, Michael Elphick, Ann Firbank and David Wilkinson.
- When was The Nearly Man released?
- The Nearly Man was released in 1974.