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Ambition and corruption know no bounds in a political thriller written by David Hare (The Hours) and starring Hugh Laurie (Veep, House, The Night Manager) as a scheming UK government minister. Crime may not pay, but politics sure does.

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Hugh Laurie as Peter Laurence in 'Roadkill.' Photo: The Forge

'Roadkill' Recap: Episode 4

If Peter can continue to charge through scandals and practice politics on his own terms, his political career is looking bright, in the finale of Roadkill.
Julia Blythe in 'Roadkill.' Photo: The Forge/Nick Wall

'Roadkill' Recap: Episode 3

No one is reliably loyal as political careers hit rough patches. Julia considers jumping ship from Dawn, while Peter faces a grilling…
Hugh Laurie as Peter Laurence in 'Roadkill.' Photo: The Forge

'Roadkill' Recap: Episode 2

As Peter goes against the party line, he accrues enemies. Charmian seeks evidence to take revenge on Peter, his familial life grows…
Hugh Laurie as Peter Laurence in 'Roadkill.' Photo: The Forge/Robert Viglasky

'Roadkill' Recap: Episode 1

While the popular government minister Peter Laurence has just won a libel case, seemingly guaranteeing a bright future in Britain's…