Yes Minister
Created by Jonathan Lynn, Antony Jay
On BBC Two
A sharp, witty political satire built on the collision between a minister's ideals and the Civil Service's self-protective machinery, delivered through rapid-fire dialogue and bureaucratic farce.
Satirical sitcom set in the office of a UK Cabinet minister, Jim Hacker MP, who struggles with Civil Service bureaucracy and political machinations as he tries to get on with government business.
Essence
Ensemble
Like Yes Minister
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Yes Minister
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Yes Minister, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Yes Minister, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Yes Minister, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
