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New Series 'Trespasses' Explores Forbidden Love in The Troubles

11/10/2025

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Story summary

Channel 4 premieres Trespasses on November 9, 2025, depicting a forbidden romance between Cushla, a Catholic teacher, and Michael, a married Protestant barrister, in 1970s Northern Ireland.
The story unfolds amid The Troubles, highlighting the dangers facing cross-community couples, as screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan notes.
Lola Petticrew and Tom Cullen star in the series.
The series is based on Louise Kennedy's acclaimed novel and consists of four episodes.

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Story summary

Channel 4 premieres Trespasses on November 9, 2025, depicting a forbidden romance between Cushla, a Catholic teacher, and Michael, a married Protestant barrister, in 1970s Northern Ireland.
The story unfolds amid The Troubles, highlighting the dangers facing cross-community couples, as screenwriter Ailbhe Keogan notes.
Lola Petticrew and Tom Cullen star in the series.
The series is based on Louise Kennedy's acclaimed novel and consists of four episodes.