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Against the Law

A passionate romance between a man and a charming serviceman in Piccadilly sets off a chain reaction of devastating consequences in a society where same-sex relationships are outlawed.

Peter Wildeblood, a journalist, begins a love affair with RAF corporal Eddie McNally in 1952, despite same-sex relationships being illegal. Peter introduces Eddie to Edward, Lord Montagu, and Michael Pitt-Rivers, but his love letters to Eddie lead to his arrest, along with Montagu and Michael.

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Info about Against the Law

Studio(s): BBC Studios, The Wellcome Trust

Originally Released: United States, Mar 16, 2017

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Biography, Drama, History, Romance