Suranne Jones: Investigating Witch Trials

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Suranne Jones investigates the most infamous witch trials in history. In Pendle in Lancashire, she uncovers the story behind a notorious mass execution for witchcraft. She also visits Germany, the epicentre of European witch trials 400 years ago, and Salem, Massachusetts, home of the most infamous witch trial ever, whilst drawing parallels with contemporary witch hunts.

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Suranne Jones Self - Presenter

Laura Kounine Self - University of Sussex

Eleanor Janega Self - London School of Economics

Marion Gibson Self - University of Exeter

Claire Mitchell Self - 'Witches of Scotland' Campaign

David Harewood Self - Additional Narration

Tad Emerson Baker Self - Salem State University

Stacy Schiff Self - Author 'The Witches Salem 1692'

Luisa MacCormack Self - Art Historian

Gabriel Gatehouse Self - Writer & Broadcaster

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