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Series · 1987 · Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Knights of God

★5.8 1987 1 Season Richard Cooper TV-MA

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.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 13 episodes

Episode 1

Episode 01

Episode 1

Sep 6, 1987 · 26 min

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 02

Episode 2

Sep 13, 1987 · 26 min

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 03

Episode 3

Sep 20, 1987 · 23 min

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 04

Episode 4

Sep 27, 1987 · 26 min

Gervase joins the Order and Mordrin sets him to his mission. However, Hugo has other plans for the boy.

Episode 5

Episode 05

Episode 5

Oct 4, 1987 · 25 min

Hugo's plans develop as Mordrin's promise to Gervase is broken.

Episode 6

Episode 06

Episode 6

Oct 11, 1987 · 25 min

Hugo sends Williams on a mission, as Mordrin is persuaded to let Gervase have his own way.

Episode 7

Episode 07

Episode 7

Oct 18, 1987 · 23 min

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 08

Episode 8

Oct 25, 1987 · 26 min

Gervase and Julia are imprisoned in the Wasteland headquarters.

Episode 9

Episode 09

Episode 9

Nov 1, 1987 · 26 min

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

Episode 10

Nov 15, 1987 · 26 min

Julia and Gervase attempt to survive with both sides seeking to destroy them. Meanwhile, Hugo arranges to miss his trial.

Episode 11

Episode 11

Episode 11

Nov 22, 1987 · 23 min

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

Episode 12

Nov 29, 1987 · 26 min

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

Episode 13

Dec 6, 1987 · 26 min

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.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 5.8 /10

based on 4 votes

Synopsis

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.

Sci-Fi & FantasyAction & AdventureFamily

Cast

5 principal cast

George Winter

Gervase Edwards

Claire Parker

Claire Parker

Julia Clarke

John Woodvine

John Woodvine

Prior Mordrin

Julian Fellowes

Julian Fellowes

Brother Hugo

Patrick Troughton

Patrick Troughton

Arthur

Where to watch Knights of God

Knights of God is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The sci-fi & fantasy from Richard Cooper has 1 season and 13 total episodes, rated 5.8/10 by 4 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Knights of God have?

Knights of God has 1 season with 13 episodes in total.

Is Knights of God still on the air?

Knights of God has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Knights of God?

Knights of God airs on ITV1.

When did Knights of God first air?

Knights of God first aired on September 6, 1987.

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