Gunpowder Siege

Synopsis

Aims to shatter myths around the Gunpowder Plot, one of the most infamous moments in British history and when, in 1605, a group of plotters organized by Catesby attempted to blow up King James I at the opening of Parliament.

First Air Date: 2024-11-08

Last Air Date: 2024-11-18

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 3

Networks: Sky History

Top Cast

Chuku Modu as Robert Catesby
Luke Hobson as Thomas Wintour
Luke Roberts as Thomas Percy
Charlotte Pyke as Anne Vaux/Narrator

Seasons

Season 1 (2024)

Delves into the aftermath of the Plot, spotlighting its three leaders: Catesby, his cunning cousin Thomas Wintour, and their ruthless enforcer, Thomas Percy.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Fugitives (2024-11-08)

The plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament has failed - and while mercenary Guido Fawkes is taken to the Tower of London, his accomplices are on the run.
Ep. 2: Betrayed (2024-11-11)

Thomas Wintour hears there has been an explosion at Holbeche House and rushes back to find a scene of devastation, with many of the men defecting.
Ep. 3: The Last Stand (2024-11-18)

With the King's men not far away, the fugitives barricade themselves in Holbeche House, reflecting on the years of persecution that have led to this moment.