The Apple Cart by George Bernard Shaw (Play of the Month 1975)

The Apple Cart: A Political Extravaganza is a 1928 play by George Bernard Shaw. It is a satirical comedy about several political philosophies which are expounded by the characters, often in lengthy monologues. The plot follows the fictional English King Magnus as he spars with, and ultimately outwits, Prime Minister Proteus and his cabinet, who seek to strip the monarchy of its remaining political influence. Magnus opposes the corporation "Breakages, Limited", which controls politicians and impedes technical progress.

The Apple Cart was presented as part of the BBC Television's Play of the Month series in 1975. Produced by Alan Shallcross, directed by Cedric Messina, starring; Nigel Davenport, Helen Mirren, Peter Barkworth, Prunella Scales, Bill Fraser, Trevor Baxter, Beryl Reid, Reg Pritchard, Simon Lack.