TV Show directory - The Alan Clark Diaries
A six-part drama starring John Hurt as the irrepressible Tory minister.
Controversial, irreverent, charming and vain, Alan Clark was one of our most colourful politicians during the 1980s and 90s. Adapted from his best-selling diaries, Clark lays bare personal and political landmarks of the time with unique wit and candour, from his first lowly ministerial appointment in 1983, through the glorious rises and the ignominious falls, scandals and affairs.
The Alan Clark Diaries was adapted for the screen by Jon Jones (Cold Feet, The Debt) who also directed, with Andrew Davies as script consultant.
The supporting cast includes Jenny Agutter as Clark's wife Jane, Victoria Smurfit as his secret mistress, X, and Julia Davis as Jenny Easterbrook, Clark's frosty secretary.
Production Company: BBC
Year of Publication: 2003
