The Trial of Christine Keeler

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The story of the woman at the centre of one of the 20th century’s biggest scandals.

When 19-year-old model Christine finds herself in a love triangle with a spy and a minister, the whole establishment comes tumbling down. The story that shocked Britain.

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The Trial of Christine Keeler: Series 1: Episode 6

Episode 6

BBC One - The Trial of Christine Keeler, Series 1, Episode 6

Stephen's life hangs in the balance as his sentence is decided.

Stephen's life hangs in the balance as his sentence is decided. Christine's lie about Lucky Gordon haunts her as she faces trial for perjury.

London, Autumn 1963. Stephen’s life hangs in the balance as his sentence is decided at the Old Bailey. Christine’s lie about Lucky Gordon comes back to haunt her as she faces trial for perjury. She is outraged that among all the liars, she is the only one facing the music. As Profumo rebuilds his reputation by working for an East London charity and Mandy tries to make a career as a singer, Christine is labelled a liar and a prostitute.

The Trial of Christine Keeler: Series 1

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The story of the woman at the centre of one of the 20th century's biggest scandals.

The powerful want her silenced – but she won’t play by the rules. The story of the woman at the heart of one of the 20th century's biggest scandals, which changed Britain forever.

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