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The Best Episodes of Gunpowder, Treason & Plot

Every episode of Gunpowder, Treason & Plot ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Gunpowder, Treason & Plot!

Binge this in 3h 21m•Peaking at 6.2/10

Mini series depicting the turbulent and bloody reigns of Scottish monarchs Mary, Queen of Scots and her son King James VI of Scotland who became King James I of England and foiled the Gunpowder Plot.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Gunpowder, Treason & Plot Season 1 Episode 1 - Part One - Mary
    6.2/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Part One - Mary

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    It is the late sixteenth century and Elizabeth I is the protestant Queen of England. Her cousin Mary returns from France to Scotland and is hailed as Mary Queen of Scots, a catholic queen. She is a threat to Elizabeth as she has a claim to the throne of England.

    Director:Gillies MacKinnon
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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  2. Gunpowder, Treason & Plot Season 1 Episode 2 - Part Two - James
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Part Two - James

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    Mary's son James finally succeeds to the English and Scottish throne after the death of the childless Elizabeth but is faced with growing discontent from the Catholics culminating in an attempt by Guy Fawkes to blow up the houses of Parliament and kill the king.

    Director:Gillies MacKinnon
    Writer:Jimmy McGovern

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part One - Mary" is the best rated episode of "Gunpowder, Treason & Plot". It scored 6.2/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Gillies MacKinnon and written by Jimmy McGovern, it aired on 3/14/2004. This episode scored 6.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part Two - James".