Hope and Glory (1999)
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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.
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Lenny HenryIan George
Amanda RedmanDebbie Bryan
Sara StephensSally Bell
Gillian KearneyKitty Burton
Clive RussellPhil JakesLee WarburtonTony Elliott
Rosie DayEmma
Phyllis LoganAnnie Gilbert
Peter DavisonNeil Bruce
Gary LewisMalcolm Bird
Harry CapehornBoy in socks
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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.
How long is Hope and Glory?
Hope and Glory has a runtime of 50 minutes.