Gunpowder

Gunpowder (2017)

EndedScripted showDrama, History

London, 1605. Robert Catesby, a 33-year-old Warwickshire gentleman, devises a plot to blow up Parliament and and kill the king.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:10 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Episode 3Oct 21, 2017
S01E02Episode 2Oct 21, 2017
S01E01Episode 1Oct 21, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Gunpowder' premiere?

'Gunpowder' premiered on October 21, 2017.

Who is the creator of the TV show 'Gunpowder'?

Ronan Bennett is the creator of 'Gunpowder'.

Where is the TV show 'Gunpowder' set?

'Gunpowder' is set in England.

Which historical event does 'Gunpowder' depict?

'Gunpowder' depicts the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.

Who plays the lead character in 'Gunpowder'?

Kit Harington plays the lead character in 'Gunpowder'.

What is the genre of the TV show 'Gunpowder'?

'Gunpowder' is a historical drama series.

How many episodes are there in the TV show 'Gunpowder'?

'Gunpowder' consists of three episodes.

Who plays the character of Robert Catesby in 'Gunpowder'?

Kit Harington plays the character of Robert Catesby in 'Gunpowder'.

Which famous actor portrays the character of King James I in 'Gunpowder'?

Mark Gatiss portrays the character of King James I in 'Gunpowder'.

What is the main plot of 'Gunpowder'?

'Gunpowder' follows the story of the infamous Gunpowder Plot, a failed assassination attempt against King James I.

Who directed the TV show 'Gunpowder'?

J Blakeson directed 'Gunpowder'.

In which century does 'Gunpowder' take place?

'Gunpowder' takes place in the 17th century.

What is the running time of each episode of 'Gunpowder'?

Each episode of 'Gunpowder' has a running time of approximately one hour.

Who plays the character of Anne Vaux in 'Gunpowder'?

Liv Tyler plays the character of Anne Vaux in 'Gunpowder'.

What is the historical significance of the Gunpowder Plot depicted in 'Gunpowder'?

The Gunpowder Plot was an attempted assassination of King James I and the Protestant establishment in England, carried out by a group of Catholic conspirators. Its failure led to severe repercussions for the Catholic community.

What was the critical reception of the TV show 'Gunpowder'?

'Gunpowder' received generally positive reviews from critics, praising its performances and historical accuracy.

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Also known as

  • Lőpor (Hungary)
  • להרוג את המלך (Israel)
  • Praf de pușcă (Romania)
  • Барут (Serbia)

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