Margaret

The film "Margaret," portraying the final days of British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, was released to mixed reviews initially. Critics praised the strong performances, particularly by Lindsay Duncan, and the detailed portrayal of Thatcher's political struggles in 1990. However, some felt the film's pacing and focus might be dense for broader audiences at the time of its release. Over the years, "Margaret" has grown in stature among political drama enthusiasts and is now often regarded as an underrated gem that offers a nuanced and compelling look at a pivotal moment in British political history. The film's exploration of Thatcher's complexity and downfall has resonated more with viewers as her legacy has been reexamined through a more critical and balanced lens. Featuring actors like Roger Allam as John Wakeham and Julian Firth as Norman Lamont, the film captures the tension and intrigue within the government leading to Thatcher's resignation.

Full Cast of Margaret

Rupert Vansittart as Peter Morrison

Rupert Vansittart

Peter Morrison
Tim Wallers as MP

Tim Wallers

MP
Guy Henry as Tristan Garel-Jones

Guy Henry

Tristan Garel-Jones
Lindsay Duncan as Margaret Thatcher

Lindsay Duncan

Margaret Thatcher
Roger Allam as John Wakeham

Roger Allam

John Wakeham
Julian Firth as Norman Lamont

Julian Firth

Norman Lamont
Roger Ashton-Griffiths as John Sergeant

Roger Ashton-Griffiths

John Sergeant
John Sessions as Geoffrey Howe

John Sessions

Geoffrey Howe
Nicholas Jones as Tim Renton

Nicholas Jones

Tim Renton
Ian McDiarmid as Denis Thatcher

Ian McDiarmid

Denis Thatcher
Olivia Poulet as Carol Thatcher

Olivia Poulet

Carol Thatcher
Kevin McNally as Kenneth Clarke

Kevin McNally

Kenneth Clarke
Roy Marsden as Norman Tebbit

Roy Marsden

Norman Tebbit

Crew of Margaret

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