The Casual Vacancy
The citizens of the small British town of Pagford fight for the spot on the parish council after Barry Fairbrother dies.
First Air Year
2015
Seasons
1
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Drama
Series Snapshot
The citizens of the small British town of Pagford fight for the spot on the parish council after Barry Fairbrother dies.
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The Casual Vacancy is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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