The Trial of Christine Keeler — Season 1
One affair changed an entire country forever.
About this season
The minister, his mistress, and her lover the spy. The story of the woman at the centre of one of the 20th century's biggest scandals – which changed Britain forever.
Episodes (6)
1. Episode 1
3.3Aired 29 December 2019 • 59 min
‘Love triangle’ model Christine Keeler is in hiding with the society doctor Stephen Ward, while War Minister John Profumo seeks the attention of the press.
2. Episode 2
8.0Aired 30 December 2019 • 55 min
The shooting at Wimpole Mews leads to press attention, and Christine decides to sell her story. A chill wind begins to blow for War Minister John Profumo.
3. Episode 3
8.0Aired 5 January 2020 • 60 min
Pressure mounts and Christine flees to Spain. Profumo orders Stephen Ward to intervene as her story nears publication.
4. Episode 4
8.0Aired 12 January 2020 • 60 min
Christine’s star rises, while Profumo has to face the music. As the powers that be come after Stephen Ward in retribution, friendships and loyalties are tested to the limit.
5. Episode 5
8.0Aired 19 January 2020 • 60 min
Stephen Ward is on trial at the Old Bailey. He trusts his friends in high places to help him, but will Christine’s lie about Lucky Gordon be revealed in court?
6. Episode 6
Aired 26 January 2020 • 60 min
Stephen’s life hangs in the balance as his sentence is decided. Christine’s lie about Lucky Gordon haunts her as she faces trial for perjury.