Yes, Prime Minister (1986)
Kernel Score: 89% · 131 TMDB ratings
Genres: Comedy, War & Politics
First aired: 1986-01-09
Seasons: 2 · 16 episodes
Where to watch Yes, Prime Minister
- Stream: Britbox Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
James Hacker MP the Government's bumbling minister for Administrative Affairs is propelled along the corridors of power to the very pinnacle of politics - No. 10. Could this have possibly have been managed by his trusted Permanent Private Secretary, the formidably political Sir Humphrey Appleby who must move to the “Top Job” in Downing Street to support him, together with his much put upon PPS Bernard Wolley. What could possibly go wrong?
Yes, Prime Minister parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Yes, Prime Minister is a British political satire comedy following bureaucratic scheming at the highest levels of government.
- Language: A little — Mild British sitcom language typical of political satire; no strong profanity.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from 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, Prime Minister FAQ
Is Yes, Prime Minister good?
Yes, Prime Minister has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Yes, Prime Minister?
In the US you can stream Yes, Prime 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, Prime Minister OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Yes, Prime Minister is a British political satire comedy following bureaucratic scheming at the highest levels of government.
What shows are like Yes, Prime Minister?
If you liked Yes, Prime Minister, try Yes Minister, House of Cards, Blackadder and Brass Eye.