Yes Minister (1980)
Kernel Score: 90% · 160 ratings
Genres: Comedy, War & Politics
First aired: 1980-02-25
Seasons: 3 · 21 episodes
Where to watch Yes Minister
- Stream: Britbox Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Satirical sitcom set in the office of a UK Cabinet minister, Jim Hacker MP, who struggles with Civil Service bureaucracy and political machinations as he tries to get on with government business.
Yes Minister parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Yes Minister is a British satirical sitcom about political bureaucracy in a UK government office.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Paul Eddington as Jim Hacker
- Nigel Hawthorne as Sir Humphrey Appleby
- Derek Fowlds as Bernard Woolley
Yes Minister FAQ
Is Yes Minister good?
Yes Minister has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 160 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Yes Minister?
In the US you can stream Yes Minister on Britbox Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Yes Minister OK for kids?
Yes Minister is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Yes Minister is a British satirical sitcom about political bureaucracy in a UK government office.
What shows are like Yes Minister?
If you liked Yes Minister, try Yes, Prime Minister, The Thick of It, Blackadder and Green Wing.