For a story, such as this is, the way it was presented in this mini-series in such a light-hearted way, was really disappointing. Having seen a few Pink Panther movies in my time, the music here, almost constantly, reminded me of those farcical films. Even the acting, apart from Kevin McNally, is either over-the-top or just wooden. None of the characters felt 'authentic' and although the period details are quite accurate, I doubt very much that the 'real' people involved in this sad episode of British politics were/are as dim or naive as presented. I think an actual documentary about this event would better serve to give us all a better insight into the whys and whens. If you watch this purely as some fictional bit of 'comedy' (not always funny though), then you will enjoy it perhaps. I struggled through the first 2 episodes but couldn't stomach the last one. What a waste of talent and a potentially much more interesting and serious subject than what this provides. A shame.