It is 1986 and Britain is booming. "Rivals" dives headfirst into the cutthroat world of TV where hair-dos are big and ambitions are even bigger. Deals are brokered in boardrooms, as well as bedrooms. Nobody can be sure who will come out on top. With every man and woman out only for themselves, can true love really blossom?
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Genres
Comedy
Drama
Romance
Tags
1980s
based on novel or book
cheerful
dramatic
lighthearted
member of parliament
polo
rivalry
romantic
television
television producer
thatcherism
tory politician
tv station
Seasons
Season 1
8 episodes Oct 2024 – Oct 2024
Season 2
12 episodes May 2026 – Jun 2026
The battle for the Central South West television franchise reaches a fever pitch as the war between Corinium and Venturer enters a dangerous new phase. More ruthless than ever, Tony Baddingham is determined to dismantle his rivals piece-by-piece, weaponising scandal and manipulating those closest to him to maintain his grip on power.
