Knights of God was a British science fiction children's television serial, produced by TVS and first broadcast on ITV in 1987. It was written by Richard Cooper, who had previously worked in both children's and adult television drama. In 2020, Britain is ruled by the Knights of God, a fascist religious order – founded by the Prior Mordrin – that came to power during a brutal civil war that began in 2000, during which the Royal Family were supposedly all slaughtered by Brother Hugo and the civilian government collapsed, leaving the Knights free to step into the power vacuum.
Knights of God (Season 1)
Episode 1 (Episode 1)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-09-06
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: In 2020, following a civil war, Britain is ruled by the Knights of God. But plans are being made for a rebellion — with a young man being singled out for a mysterious, but vital, role.
Episode 2 (Episode 2)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-09-13
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Gervase and Julia learn more about the Order and each other. Mordrin is determined to find the leader of the Resistance and has mysterious plans for Gervase — but will be be foiled by Julia's plan?
Episode 3 (Episode 3)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-09-20
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Julia's fate seems certain as Mordrin steps up the pressure. Gervase's love for her is challenged and he has to make a horrifying decision.
Episode 4 (Episode 4)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-09-27
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Gervase joins the Order and Mordrin sets him to his mission. However, Hugo has other plans for the boy.
Episode 5 (Episode 5)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-10-04
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Hugo's plans develop as Mordrin's promise to Gervase is broken.
Episode 6 (Episode 6)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-10-11
Runtime: 25 min
Overview: Hugo sends Williams on a mission, as Mordrin is persuaded to let Gervase have his own way.
Episode 7 (Episode 7)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-10-18
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Julia and Gervase have little time to enjoy being united, as Hugo's henchmen seen to complete their mission. Colley is determined to get revenge for Nell's death.
Episode 8 (Episode 8)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-10-25
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Gervase and Julia are imprisoned in the Wasteland headquarters.
Episode 9 (Episode 9)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-11-01
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Hugo sets in motion a plan to be rid of Mordrin while Owen and Beth plead with Arthur to release Gervase.
Episode 10 (Episode 10)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-11-15
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Julia and Gervase attempt to survive with both sides seeking to destroy them. Meanwhile, Hugo arranges to miss his trial.
Episode 11 (Episode 11)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-11-22
Runtime: 23 min
Overview: Mordrin rejects even his friends in attempting to run his regime single-handed. Julia and Gervase learn that their quest is not over and the people of Britain depend on them.
Episode 12 (Episode 12)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-11-29
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Hugo and Mordrin are set on a collision course as the Resistance prepares to overthrow the Order. Julia and Gervase arrive to hear the name that will destroy Mordrin.
Episode 13 (Episode 13)
Writer: Richard Cooper
Air date: 1987-12-06
Runtime: 26 min
Overview: Hugo and Mordrin are set on a collision course as the Resistance prepares to overthrow the Order. Julia and Gervase arrive to hear the name that will destroy Mordrin.
Seasons
Episodes 13