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Jonathan Lynn’s wickedly funny political satire comes to the West End.
4.1 27 reviews from 27 verified reviews- Booking until: Saturday, 9 May 2026
- Running time: 1hr 55min. Incl. 1 Interval.
- Starring: Griff Rhys Jones, Clive Francis
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Griff Rhys Jones, Clive Francis
Are you looking for a good laugh? If so, look no further than this acerbic, clever, and riotously funny political satire. The well-meaning but naïve Prime Minister Jim Hacker and the Machiavellian, scheming Sir Humphrey Appleby return for one last hurrah in Jonathan Lynn's I'm Sorry, Prime Minister.
Why should you see I'm Sorry, Prime Minister?
- If you're a fan of Yes, Minister and its spin-off series Yes, Prime Minister, you'll love this latest play in the franchise that has become a cultural phenomenon and a staple of British comedy.
- British comedy and television legends Griff Rhys Jones and Clive Francis take to the stage as the iconic characters of Jim Hacker and Humphrey Appleby, now in their twilight years, grappling with old age and a changing world.
- Sometimes, there's nothing funnier than British politics. Like the TV series that preceded it, this play pokes fun at the absurdities and chaos of the world of politics, through razor-sharp satirical commentary and witty, unforgettable characters.
What is I'm Sorry, Prime Minister about?
I'm Sorry, Prime Minister is the final chapter of Yes, Minister, a scathing political satire sitcom. It is written and directed by one of the original writers, BAFTA Award-winning Jonathan Lynn. Griff Rhys Jones and Clive Francis (reprising his role) star as ex-Prime Minister Jim Hacker and his former Cabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby, both now in their eighties - a bit put out and bewildered by the way the world around them has changed.
This transfer follows runs at the Barn Theatre, Theatre Royal Bath, and Cambridge Arts Theatre, making this the first production from Barn Theatre to transfer to the West End, a testament to the show's popularity and its lasting cultural impact.
Comedian Griff Rhys Jones called it 'part of my architecture of British comedy'. So whether you're a fan of the original series or you just appreciate good comedy and the chance to experience a razor-sharp, witty take on British politics, you'll find yourself laughing along with I'm Sorry, Prime Minister at the Apollo Theatre.
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- Booking until:
Saturday, 9 May 2026
- Running time:
1hr 55min. Incl. 1 Interval.
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Children aged 14 and under must be accompanied by, and sat next to, an adult aged 18 or over.
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FantastcN Reviewed on 12 March 2026 by Nicole
Germany
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Poorly constructed play that has flimsily been given the wrong name.Not in any way a representation of the original TV series, so if you do decide to go keep this in mind.
P Reviewed on 09 March 2026 by Peter
United Kingdom
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Hacker on top form!Blooming brilliant
S Reviewed on 06 March 2026 by Stephen
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Interested to see and hear what Jim Hacker has been up to in retirement 😂
R Reviewed on 06 March 2026 by Robert
United Kingdom
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Hilarious showI always enjoyed the tv series and I thought that this was a fitting update on the main characters. The writing was as sharp and funny as the original shows.
D Reviewed on 05 March 2026 by David
United Kingdom
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Really entertaining.Excellent production and great acting and comedy. Having enjoyed the original series of Yes Prime Minister on TV made this show even more funny.
C Reviewed on 05 March 2026 by Claire
United Kingdom
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Dreadful boring script poorly actrdI left at the interval along with others who agreed this was boring and unoriginal. Bad script poorly acted. For once the Spectator review wrong for this certainly was not dazzling!
M Reviewed on 04 March 2026 by Mark
United Kingdom
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Missed opportunityThe writing was not as sharp as the original TV programme…and storyline weak/out of date. Felt that it was a missed opportunity to make a fitting final chapter to a popular programme. Acting good, theatre lovely.
J Reviewed on 25 February 2026 by Joanne
United Kingdom
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ExcellentW Reviewed on 22 February 2026 by Wendy
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Fun and nostalgiaGood acting....especially Clive Francis as Sir Humphrey. Great set and costumes....an afternoon well spent!
W Reviewed on 20 February 2026 by Wendy
United Kingdom
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Excellent acting and a good laughThe show holds your attention through out and plenty of laughs with the great acting.
K Reviewed on 19 February 2026 by Kathleen
United Kingdom
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Great NostalgiaWhat could have been a great send off for a fantastic comedy series of the 80s Was for me somewhat disappointing Good First half with lots of laughs But the second half was disappointing to say the least Lacked great comedy and tried I think to make a point that really was lost Unfortunately I would not recommend friends to go and see it
A Reviewed on 18 February 2026 by Adrian
United Kingdom
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A fitting endBit weak but at least an end to the pair
A Reviewed on 17 February 2026 by Andrew
United Kingdom
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HilariousVery funny update on Yes Prime Minister.
D Reviewed on 17 February 2026 by Daniel
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Very clever and funnyDrinks very expensive but lovely theatre and great play
G Reviewed on 08 February 2026 by Graham
United Kingdom
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CleverC Reviewed on 06 February 2026 by Carol
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Great show that makes you think!Good entertainment for Yes Prime Minister lovers and a thought provoking show for the modern times. Free speech meets social justice in multi cultural Britain.
M Reviewed on 04 February 2026 by Margaret
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Not one for meSadly not as expected. Some amusing lines but overall it did not keep the attention. My companions fell asleep. We left at the interval.
D Reviewed on 01 February 2026 by Dawn
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A fitting finale for the Yes Minister and Yes Prime Minister series.To get the most from this show you need to have ideally should have watched the Yes Minister and Yes Prime Minister TV series, to understand the relationship. The show takes you into a new world for the two main protagonists and the current world where their old fashioned ways and thoughts bump straight into the current world.
R Reviewed on 31 January 2026 by Robert
United Kingdom
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