A witless government minister makes a few ill-chosen remarks on the possibility of Britain and the US going to war in the Middle East, and suddenly finds himself out of his depth in international politics as pro and anti-war factions try to influence him and a fearsome spin doctor is sent to control the situation. Satirical comedy, starring Peter Capaldi, Tom Hollander and the late James Gandolfini.

The US President and the UK Prime Minister are planning on launching a war in the Middle East, but—behind the scenes—government officials and advisers are either promoting the war or are trying to prevent it.