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The New Statesman

7.519874 seasons15TV SeriesComedy

The New Statesman is a British sitcom of the late 1980s and early 1990s satirising the Conservative government of the time.

ProducerDavid Reynolds

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Back from the Mort
Nov 22, 1992 7.3
E2
H*A*S*H
Nov 29, 1992 7.0
E3
Speaking in Tongues
Dec 6, 1992 7.3
E4
Heil and Farewell
Dec 13, 1992 7.0
E5
A Bigger Splash
Dec 20, 1992 7.3
E6
The Irresistible Rise of Alan B'Stard
Dec 26, 1992 7.0

Cast

RMRik Mayall
Rik Mayall
Alan B'Stard
MTMichael Troughton
Michael Troughton
Piers Fletcher-Dervish

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The New Statesman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The New Statesman?

The New Statesman is streaming on ITVX Premium and ITVX in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The New Statesman on Netflix?

No, The New Statesman is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of November 2026. It's currently on ITVX Premium and ITVX.

Is The New Statesman on Amazon Prime Video?

The New Statesman isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The New Statesman for free?

The New Statesman is available to stream free (with ads) on ITVX in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The New Statesman?

The New Statesman has 4 seasons in total (26 episodes). The series concluded in 1992.

Are all episodes of The New Statesman out yet?

Yes — all 26 episodes across 4 seasons of The New Statesman are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 5 of The New Statesman?

No — The New Statesman ended after 4 seasons, so there is no Season 5.