About this season
Set inside the crumbling walls of a dilapidated Victorian sanatorium, eight mysterious characters reveal their secret stories to the visiting camera. The eight are linked by one unifying and crucial event in their lives: each of them has had an encounter with Jesus of Nazareth in some way — an experience that has left an indelible mark.
Episodes (7)
1. The Centurion
Aired 16 April 2000 • 15 min
James Cosmo plays an army carpenter who obeys orders but loses a son.
2. Judas Iscariot
Aired 17 April 2000 • 15 min
Tony Robinson plays a mysterious Judas Iscariot - a double agent who must confront his past.
3. The Servant Girl
Aired 18 April 2000 • 15 min
Helen Baxendale portrays an abused servant who spots a chance to win genuine affection.
4. The Rich Young Ruler
Aired 20 April 2000 • 15 min
Peter France plays a man who outwardly appears to have everything.
5. Barabbas
Aired 20 April 2000 • 15 min
Joss Ackland plays the failed revolutionary who gets a second chance when he meets "a born loser" in prison.
6. The Mourner
Aired 21 April 2000 • 15 min
A widow loses her son – but a mysterious stranger reunites them.
7. The Thief
Aired 22 April 2000 • 15 min
Jonathan Pryce plays the thief crucified alongside Jesus.