The Chicago Conspiracy Trial

The Chicago Conspiracy Trial

A BBC-produced docudrama reconstructing the trial of the Chicago Eight, using courtroom transcripts as its primary source. Directed by Christopher Burstall, the film dramatizes the prosecution of anti–Vietnam War protesters charged with conspiracy and incitement, presenting the proceedings as a precise trial reenactment grounded in documented testimony rather than fictionalized narrative.

TV MovieDocumentaryDrama

The Chicago Conspiracy Trial

Rating

6.0/10

Release Date

1970-10-04

Runtime

150 minutes

Status

Released

Cast

Production Companies

BBC

BBC