The Monocled Mutineer

A gritty, charismatic period drama that mixes military brutality with roguish charm, leaving a bitter aftertaste.

Created by

Alan Bleasdale

Genres

Drama

Starring

Paul McGann, Philip McGough, Cherie Lunghi

Overview

The Monocled Mutineer follows the rebellion that took place at the notorious Etaples Training Camp in northern France on the eve of "The Battle of Passchendaele" in 1917. After the mutiny, the dashing Percy Toplis takes flight, dressed as a British officer, soon to embark on a love affair with beautiful young widow, Dorothy. A solder in the First World War, the real Percy Toplis was a rake, rogue and master of disguise who became the most wanted man in Britain. This controversial BBC dramatisation of high romance, hilarious impudence and savage retribution was adapted by Alan Bleasdale from the book by William Allison and John Fairley.

How it feels

Dark, tense, cynical and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Rebellion, class, betrayal, survival

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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