Britain's Outlaws

Britain's Outlaws (2015)

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Few figures in British history have captured the popular imagination as much as the outlaw. From gentleman highwaymen, via swashbuckling pirates to elusive urban thieves and rogues, the brazen escapades and the flamboyance of the outlaw made them the antihero of their time - feared by the rich, admired by the poor and celebrated by writers and artists.

In this three-part series, historian Dr. Sam Willis travels the open roads, the high seas and urban alleyways to explore Britain's 17th- and 18th-century underworld of highwaymen, pirates and rogues, bringing the great age of the British outlaw vividly to life.

Sam shows that, far from being 'outsiders', outlaws were very much a product of their time, shaped by powerful national events. In each episode, he focuses not just on a particular type of outlaw, but a particular era - the series as a whole offers a chronological portrait of the changing face of crime in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Sam begins with the arrival of a new breed of gentleman criminal out of the ashes of the English Civil War - the highwayman. Heavily romanticised in literature, these glamorous gangsters became a social menace on the roads and a political thorn in the side of the creaking British state - threatening to steal our wallets and our hearts. But underneath the dashing image of stylish robbers on horseback lay a far darker reality.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E03Rogues GalleryDec 7, 2015
S01E02PiratesNov 30, 2015
S01E01Knights of the Road: The Highwayman's StoryNov 23, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of the premiere of Britain's Outlaws?

The premiere of Britain's Outlaws was aired on November 12, 2015.

Who hosted the TV show 'Britain's Outlaws'?

Dominic Sandbrook hosted the TV show 'Britain's Outlaws'.

What is the main focus of the TV show 'Britain's Outlaws'?

The TV show 'Britain's Outlaws' focused on famous outlaws and rebels who have left their mark on British history.

What is the format of a typical episode of 'Britain's Outlaws'?

A typical episode of 'Britain's Outlaws' features stories of different outlaws and rebels, and how their actions impacted British history.

Who were some of the outlaws and rebels covered in 'Britain's Outlaws'?

Some of the outlaws and rebels covered in 'Britain's Outlaws' include Jack Cade, Wat Tyler, Robin Hood, and Boudicca.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Britain's Outlaws'?

There were three episodes in the first season of 'Britain's Outlaws'.

In which part of Britain was the first episode of 'Britain's Outlaws' based?

The first episode of 'Britain's Outlaws' was based in the North of England.

Who was Jack Cade and what did he do?

Jack Cade was a rebel who led a rebellion in Kent in 1450, protesting against King Henry VI's rule.

How long did Jack Cade's rebellion last?

Jack Cade's rebellion lasted for about two weeks, from early June to mid-June 1450.

What happened to Jack Cade after his rebellion was defeated?

Jack Cade was eventually caught and executed, along with many of his followers.

Who was Wat Tyler and what did he do?

Wat Tyler was a leader of the Peasants' Revolt in 1381, which was triggered by the imposition of poll taxes.

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  • Britain's Outlaws: Highwaymen, Pirates and Rogues

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