In 1945, the Carlions assemble at an English country house for a family gathering. During the event, they must determine who is to take over the family brewing empire, since the present head of the business, Sir Frederick, is getting old. The results of the 1945 general election causes a major stir, and some angry farmers occupy a barn.

Leo McKern
as Sir Frederick Carlion

James Fox
as Philip Carlion

Wendy Hiller
as Daisy - Lady Carlion

Penelope Wilton
as Virginia Carlion

Jill Bennett
as Alice Carlion

Deborah Norton
as Faith

Joan Greenwood
as Dollie van der Biek

Alan Webb
as Sir Piers Blair

Tim Seely
as Andrew Oliphant - Father

Frederick Alexander
as Andrew Oliphant - Son
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With WWII won, the "Carlion" family gather at their stately home in the run up to the British General Election. These are wealthy and privileged people who run a brewing business and it's their head "Sir Frederick" (Leo McKern) who is now looking to pass on the mantle. As with many family gatherings...