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Episode 6

It is now November 1956 and The Hour is about to broadcast live and tensions increase for everyone. Bel wants to see the BBC's commitment to impartiality meaning that they cover both the arguments for and against the war in Egypt. Both McCain and Douglas have other ideas though. Freddie has lined up a mystery guest for the show but there is a chance he might not show up. Hector has been sleeping in the office and there is lots of tension between him and Bel following Marnie's visit. Freddie ends up in Clarence's office and is unsure what to do with the information he is given. After when Lix reveals the full scope of Peter and Tom's Egyptian mission, and the real reason for Ruth's death, Freddie is shocked.

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  • Originally Aired August 23, 2011
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-MA
  • Network BBC Two
  • On Other Sites IMDB
  • Notes Is a season finale
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Name Type Role
Abi Morgan Writer
Jamie Payne Director