The Gunpowder Plot: Countdown to Treason

This documentary takes a close look at the Gunpowder Plot, where Robert Catesby and his co-conspirators planned to blow up the House of Lords during the State Opening of Parliament. The film reveals the intricate details of their plot, including the audacious smuggling of two and a half tons of gunpowder beneath the House of Lords.

Xand van Tulleken and Tracy Borman guide viewers through the historical significance of the plot and the motivations behind the conspirators' actions. The documentary emphasizes the potential impact of the assassination on the political landscape of the time, showcasing the risks taken by those involved in the coup attempt.