The History Man

tv show

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4 total episodes

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1 seasons

Adapted from the novel by Malcolm Bradbury

First Aired January 04, 1981

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Overview

Ardently left-wing, or so it seems, Howard Kirk (Antony Sher) subtly extends his power over students and colleagues alike at a redbrick university.

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Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - 1h 0m

Air Date

January 25, 1981

Overview

History charges everyone a price for the stands they choose to make. Howard seems to be about to pay his dues, but in the fight for his academic life, the University is the battlefield. As in any war the choice of survivors—and casualties—is very arbitrary and contingent.