Gunpowder
Created by Daniel West, Ronan Bennett
On BBC One
A tense, claustrophobic three-hour historical drama about religious extremism and political conspiracy, driven by paranoia and the weight of impossible moral choices.
London, 1605. Robert Catesby, a 33-year old Warwickshire gentleman, devises a plot to blow up Parliament and kill the King.
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Questions people ask
Does Gunpowder leave you hopeful? No. Less hopeful than 96% of series.
Is Gunpowder one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 95% of series.
Is Gunpowder violent? Yes, very. More violent than 92% of series.
Is Gunpowder sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of series.
Is Gunpowder easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 88% of series.
Is Gunpowder scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.
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Like Gunpowder
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Gunpowder
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Gunpowder, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Gunpowder, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Gunpowder, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
