What is a Political Drama?

A political drama is a drama set within a political context. Whilst political machinations serve as the main story context, it's the human drama of the characters that sustains the narrative.

What is a Political Thriller?

A political thriller is a thriller set within the context of political conflict. High stakes and suspense will be the beating heart of a political thriller and the narrative will be driven by the attempted resolution of this high stakes conflict.

How Do Political Thrillers and Political Dramas Compare?

Whilst political thrillers often create suspenseful plot-driven stories, political dramas focus more on personal conflicts experienced in political situations. Political dramas might be more likely to provoke an emotional reaction from an audience, whilst political thrillers might be more likely to provoke a physical response (as in tension).

Political Thrillers vs Political Dramas: What Are the KEY Differences?

While shows such as The Crown and House of Cards have been recent hits, political thrillers and political dramas have been around since the dawn of storytelling. After all, Shakespeare set many of his greatest plays amongst the halls of the politically powerful. Audiences have always been fascinated with gaining an insight into the world of politics. From stories set inside the White House, a Royal Court or the CIA. These stories get to the heart of conflict and to

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