The Trial of Christine Keeler

One affair changed an entire country forever.

PG2019•55m•6.7/10

War & PoliticsDrama

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6.7/10(26)

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.

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Production

Ecosse Films, Great Meadow Productions

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Status

Ended

First Aired

December 29, 2019

Last Aired

January 26, 2020

Networks

BBC One

Created By

Amanda Coe

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2019-12-29

‘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.

Episode 2

Air date: 2019-12-30

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.

Episode 3

Air date: 2020-01-05

Pressure mounts and Christine flees to Spain. Profumo orders Stephen Ward to intervene as her story nears publication.

Episode 4

Air date: 2020-01-12

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.

Episode 5

Air date: 2020-01-19

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?