The Monocled Mutineer
Overview
Set against the backdrop of World War I, The Monocled Mutineer recounts the infamous uprising at the Etaples Training Camp in 1917, just before the Battle of Passchendaele. Charismatic rebel Percy Toplis escapes while masquerading as a British officer and quickly becomes entangled in a passionate romance with the enchanting widow, Dorothy. Based on the true story of the real Percy Toplis, a charming rogue and master of disguise, this provocative BBC drama, adapted by Alan Bleasdale from the book by William Allison and John Fairley, blends romance, humor, and intense conflict.
Episodes
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1
The Making of a Hero
This episode kicks off a four-part series inspired by the book by William Allison and John Fairley, delving into the real-life story of Percy Toplis. ...
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2
Before the Shambles
Parcy Toplis reaches the Etaples training camp in northern France, where the soldiers endure an intense and grueling training program led by Brigadier...
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3
When the Hurly-Burly's Done
Percy Toplis assumes the role of negotiator between the mutineers and Brigadier Thomson. Once the mutiny concludes, Toplis and his fellow leaders find...
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4
A Dead Man on Leave
With the war behind him, Toplis opts to enlist in the Army again, this time using an alias. However, a former comrade from the mutiny spots him, leadi...
