TV series

Press

Name: Press
Released: 2018
Cast: Charlotte Riley, Priyanga Burford, Ben Chaplin, Al Weaver, Paapa Essiedu

2018· 1 season· 59 min episodesTV-14★ 7.0Ended

On BBC One — From Lookout Point · Masterpiece

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Synopsis

Follows the contrasting worlds of left-wing The Herald (broadsheet) and right-wing The Post (tabloid), highlighting the challenges of modern journalism, including hacking scandals and the rise of online media.

Themes

newspaper miniseries right wing tabloid left wing

Episodes

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E1 Death KnockNext upSep 6, 2018 · 59 min · ★ 4.2
Synopsis
At the Herald, a left-leaning broadsheet struggling to adapt to the age of digital news, deputy news editor Holly Evans pursues a lead over the death of a young woman following a hit-and-run by a police car. At the Post, Oxford graduate Ed Washburn is given his first 'death knock', interviewing the parents of Shawn Kingsley, a footballer who has committed suicide.
Guest stars: Kasia Kołeczek (Krystyna), Laura Jane Matthewson (Lucy Redford), Sujaya Dasgupta (Esme), Benjamin Campbell (Freddie Allen), Natasha Little (Sarah Allen), David Suchet (George Emmerson), David Schofield (Chris Cartwright), Joseph Balderrama (Tony)
E2 PureSep 13, 2018 · 59 min
Synopsis
Holly helps Leona investigate a lead at a hospital. Ed struggles with his conscience after a night working on the Post's showbiz desk.
Guest stars: Kasia Kołeczek (Krystyna), Laura Jane Matthewson (Lucy Redford), Sujaya Dasgupta (Esme), Benjamin Campbell (Freddie Allen), Mark Weinman (Craig), Natasha Little (Sarah Allen), Joseph Balderrama (Tony), Genevieve Barr (Charlotte)
E3 Don't Take My Heart, Don't Break My HeartSep 20, 2018 · 59 min
Synopsis
When The Herald uncovers a sex scandal, Holly makes a powerful enemy. Ed travels to Warwick to interview Geoff Newman, a man the media suspect of being involved in a local boy’s murder. Duncan proposes a deal that could make waves in the political world.
Guest stars: Laura Jane Matthewson (Lucy Redford), Sujaya Dasgupta (Esme), Mark Weinman (Craig), Elliot Levey (Matthew Harper), Katherine Manners (Francesca), Sarah Ball (Angela Gilmour), Emma Paetz (Rachel Gilmour), David Lonsdale (Geoff Newman)
E4 MagicSep 27, 2018 · 59 min
Synopsis
Amina feels defeated in the immediate wake of the Joshua West scandal. Holly ignores Amina's request to write a front-page apology. Duncan is shocked to learn that The Post has been banned from the daily press conference at Downing Street. Leona is approached by a surprising source who has a particular interest in James. Peter's support proves valuable to Amina as she suffers a personal crisis.
Guest stars: Kasia Kołeczek (Krystyna), Sujaya Dasgupta (Esme), Mark Weinman (Craig), David Suchet (George Emmerson), Susannah Wise (Wendy Bolt), Elliot Levey (Matthew Harper), Dominic Rowan (Joshua West), Milli Proust (PM's Assistant)
E5 Two WorldsOct 4, 2018 · 59 min
Synopsis
Holly is accused of losing her professional integrity when she mishandles a source. Leona finds an opportunity to impress her colleagues. Peter and Amina clear the way to make a big announcement about the future of The Herald. Ed's pride in his soaring professional achievements is marred by the arrival of a surprise new colleague.
Guest stars: Kasia Kołeczek (Krystyna), Laura Jane Matthewson (Lucy Redford), Benjamin Campbell (Freddie Allen), Mark Weinman (Craig), Joseph Balderrama (Tony), Allison McKenzie (Kelly), Georgia Landers (Jools), Armin Karima (Adrian Homsi)
E6 ResonanceOct 11, 2018 · 59 min
Synopsis
Duncan attempts to spend quality time with his son, Fred, but finds it difficult in the face of Sarah’s open hostility. Holly struggles to separate her personal grievances from her professional ambitions. James reopens communication with Jon Brooks. Emmerson presents Duncan with a seemingly impossible task.
Guest stars: Kasia Kołeczek (Krystyna), Laura Jane Matthewson (Lucy Redford), Benjamin Campbell (Freddie Allen), Mark Weinman (Craig), Natasha Little (Sarah Allen), David Suchet (George Emmerson), Tom Bell (Jon Brooks), Matt Rippy (Max Klein)