The Blair Years

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The Blair Years

2007- 2007

1 Seasons

3 Episodes

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War & Politics

Documentary

Overview

A unique account of Tony Blair’s ten years as Prime Minister.

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Cast & Crew

5 members

Acting

Tony Blair

Self

Acting

Matthew Macfadyen

Narrator

Acting

Alastair Campbell

Self

Acting

William Hague

Self

Acting

Robin Butler

Self

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