Trial of the Century(2016)

Trial of the Century is a courtroom drama imagining the trial of Pádraig Pearse, a key leader of Ireland's 1916 Easter Rising. The series explores how the proceedings might have unfolded, examining the legal arguments, political tensions, and historical stakes surrounding one of Ireland's most pivotal moments. Through the lens of the courtroom, Trial of the Century reconstructs the clash between colonial authority and revolutionary conviction, offering viewers insight into the personalities and ideologies that shaped Irish independence. The drama balances historical detail with compelling legal theatre, making complex political history accessible and gripping.