Blasphemy at the Old Bailey (1977)

TV Series ★ 1.0

An Everyman TV series Special . A re-enactment of the Whitehouse v Lemon court case. In 1976, British magazine Gay News publishes a poem, 'The Love That Dares to Speak Its Name', describing Jesus as a practising homosexual, and Christian activist Mary Whitehouse brings a private prosecution for blasphemy against its editor Denis Lemon.

Hugh David Director

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Released
September 18, 1977
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Frequently asked questions

What is Blasphemy at the Old Bailey about?
An Everyman TV series Special . A re-enactment of the Whitehouse v Lemon court case. In 1976, British magazine Gay News publishes a poem, 'The Love That Dares to Speak Its Name', describing Jesus as a practising homosexual, and Christian activist Mary Whitehouse brings a private prosecution for blasphemy against its editor Denis Lemon.
Who created Blasphemy at the Old Bailey?
Blasphemy at the Old Bailey was created by Hugh David.
When was Blasphemy at the Old Bailey released?
Blasphemy at the Old Bailey is a 1977 series.
Where can I watch Blasphemy at the Old Bailey?
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