Edward Carson and the Fall of Oscar Wilde

Overview

Merlin Holland tells the story of the epic court clash at the Old Bailey in 1895 between his grandfather, Oscar Wilde, and Edward Carson. Does Carson deserve his reputation as the man who destroyed Oscar Wilde? Also featuring Gyles Brandreth and actors Simon Callow and Rupert Everett.

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Oscar Wilde

Self (archive footage)

Merlin Holland

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Sir Edward Carson

Self (archive footage)