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Tracey Ullman weaponizes wigs to savage British politics in 30 minutes of glorious chaos.
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Tracey Breaks the News (2017)

unhinged impressionsrapid-fire sketchessharp satire

Overview

Comedy

Tracey Ullman and her cast of characters react to the outcome of the 2017 British election.

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sketch comedysatireimpersonationmedia satirepolitical comedy

Standout Aspects

Acting

Ullman shape-shifts through power players with terrifying precision.

Costume

Wigs and prosthetics so good you'll do double-takes.

Writing

Jokes written and filmed within days of election results.

Best for:Streaming: Perfect post-election palate cleanser when reality feels too absurd.·Friends: Watch with politically exhausted mates who need to laugh-cry.
Dominic Brigstocke

Director

Dominic Brigstocke

ReleasedJun 23, 2017
Runtime30m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feellight
BBC Studios
Allan Mckeown presents

Top Cast

Tracey Ullman

Tracey Ullman

Various

Tony Gardner

Tony Gardner

Various

Laurence Rickard

Laurence Rickard

Various

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Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Ullman filmed this special just three days after the 2017 UK election results, with makeup tests happening while votes were still being counted.

Cultural

This special captures the specific British political moment of 'coalition of chaos' headlines and Theresa May's disastrous campaign gamble.

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