The Mayfair Set (1999) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Mayfair Set online in HD.
The Mayfair Set — Storyline
The Mayfair Set is a series of programmes produced by Adam Curtis for the BBC, first broadcast in the summer of 1999. The programme looked at how buccaneer capitalists of hot money were allowed to shape the climate of the Thatcher years, focusing on the rise of Colonel David Stirling, Jim Slater, James Goldsmith, and Tiny Rowland, all members of London's Clermont Club in the 1960s.
Cast & Crew
The Mayfair Set — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1999-07-18 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 4 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC Two |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 6.9/10 (13 votes) |
The Mayfair Set — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Who Pays Wins (1999-07-18) — The opening episode, Who Dares Wins, focuses on Colonel David Stirling, the man who in 1941 invented the SAS. After the Second World War, Stirling created a private mercenary army
- E2: Entrepreneur Spelt S.P.I.V. (1999-07-25) — In the 1950s, Britain was dominated by a political and financial establishment that looked down on the stock market. But a suburban accountant called Jim Slater saw things differen
- E3: Destroy the Technostructure (1999-08-01) — This episode recounts the story of how James Goldsmith became one of the richest men in the world by taking over some of the biggest corporations in America.
- E4: Twilight of the Dogs (1999-08-08) — By the 80s, the day of the buccaneering tycoons was over. Tiny Rowland, James Goldsmith and Mohammed Al Fayed were the only ones who were not finished.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Mayfair Set have? 1 season(s) with 4 episodes.
Where can I watch The Mayfair Set? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.