Overview

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.

Seasons & Episodes

Series 1

Series 1

1999 6 Episodes
Series 2

Series 2

2000 4 Episodes

Series 3

2000 6 Episodes

Key Information

Created By Lucy Gannon
Network BBC One
Type Scripted
Rating 5.0/10
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Lenny Henry

Lenny Henry

Ian George

Amanda Redman

Amanda Redman

Debbie Bryan

Sara Stephens

Sara Stephens

Sally Bell

Gillian Kearney

Gillian Kearney

Kitty Burton

Rosie Day

Rosie Day

Emma

Clive Russell

Clive Russell

Phil Jakes

Lee Warburton

Tony Elliott

Phyllis Logan

Phyllis Logan

Annie Gilbert

Sarah French

Keeley Porter

Richard Griffiths

Richard Griffiths

Leo Wheeldon

Shirley Stelfox

Shirley Stelfox

Jean Bryan

Peter Davison

Peter Davison

Neil Bruce

Frequently Asked Questions

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....

Hope and Glory has 3 seasons with 16 episodes.

Hope and Glory premiered on June 22, 1999.

No, Hope and Glory has ended. The final episode aired on November 5, 2000.

Hope and Glory originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Hope and Glory was created by Lucy Gannon.

Hope and Glory has a rating of 5.0/10 based on user reviews.

Hope and Glory is classified as Drama.