Disraeli: Portrait of a Romantic

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S01E04 - "The Chief 1872-1881"

Aired on Sep 26, 1978, 7:45 PM

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Disraeli, the only person of Jewish lineage ever to hold prime-ministership of Britain, was also a well-known figure in Victorian literary and social circles, being a writer of some note. This series encompasses his personal life as well as his public life in a semi-fictional tale of passion, glory, greed and ambition.

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Status: Ended
Language: English
Runtime: 75 min
Premiered: September 5, 1978
Ended: September 26, 1978
Schedule: Tuesday at 8:45 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 4 Episodes)

Dizzy

After not having much success as an author, young social gadfly Benjamin Disraeli decides to run for Parliament. He loses his first bid but is eventually elected as a Tory.

Sep 5, 1978

75 min

Mary Anne

Disraeli makes his presence felt as a member of Parliament and marries a wealthy widow named Mary Anne Lewis, but he's disappointed at continually being bypassed for a Cabinet position.

Sep 12, 1978

75 min

The Great Game 1858-1872

Disraeli's stature in his party rises as he gains the favor of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. He also begins his great rivalry with Liberal leader Gladstone and sees his wife's health begin to deteriorate.

Sep 19, 1978

75 min

The Chief 1872-1881

Disraeli's beloved wife, Mary Anne, passes away but he's elected party leader and steers the Conservatives to a landslide victory in the 1872 elections. As Prime Minister, Disraeli shows his greatness by implementing reforms at home and pursuing a successful foreign policy.

Sep 26, 1978

75 min