Set inside the crumbling walls of a dilapidated Victorian sanatorium, eight mysterious characters reveal their secret stories to the visiting camera. The eight are linked by one unifying and crucial event in their lives: each of them has had an encounter with Jesus of Nazareth in some way — an experience that has left an indelible mark.
Easter Tales (Season 1)
The Centurion (Episode 1)
Air date: 2000-04-16
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: James Cosmo plays an army carpenter who obeys orders but loses a son.
Judas Iscariot (Episode 2)
Air date: 2000-04-17
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: Tony Robinson plays a mysterious Judas Iscariot - a double agent who must confront his past.
The Servant Girl (Episode 3)
Air date: 2000-04-18
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: Helen Baxendale portrays an abused servant who spots a chance to win genuine affection.
The Rich Young Ruler (Episode 4)
Air date: 2000-04-20
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: Peter France plays a man who outwardly appears to have everything.
Barabbas (Episode 5)
Air date: 2000-04-20
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: Joss Ackland plays the failed revolutionary who gets a second chance when he meets "a born loser" in prison.
The Mourner (Episode 6)
Air date: 2000-04-21
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: A widow loses her son – but a mysterious stranger reunites them.
The Thief (Episode 7)
Air date: 2000-04-22
Runtime: 15 min
Overview: Jonathan Pryce plays the thief crucified alongside Jesus.
