The Special Relationship

Never underestimate the politics of friendship

A dramatisation that follows Tony Blair's journey from political understudy waiting in the wings of the world arena to accomplished prime minister standing confidently in the spotlight of centre stage. It is a story about relationships, between two powerful men (Blair and Bill Clinton), two powerful couples, and husbands and wives.

Cast

Michael Sheen

Tony Blair

Demetri Goritsas

Strategist

Adam Godley

Jonathan Powell

Marc Rioufol

Jacques Chirac

Mark Bazeley

Alastair Campbell

Helen McCrory

Cherie Blair

Nancy Crane

Protocol Officer

Dennis Quaid

Bill Clinton

John Schwab

Reporter

Hope Davis

Hillary Clinton

Kerry Shale

Advisor to the Clintons

Lara Pulver

Intern