Poldark

An election throws the nation into uncertainty, and a riot erupts in Truro, amplifying the chaos. Amid the disorder, Zacky's son is accused of murder. Ross finds himself powerless to intervene, unable to affect the proceedings as the legal process unfolds.

The piece is a self‑contained programme presented as an episode, set against a backdrop of national politics. It follows a tight, hour‑long format that concentrates on a single, dramatic chain of events rather than a sprawling series arc. The story opens with the country thrown into a state of doubt as a pivotal election unfolds, creating an atmosphere of unease across the nation. Amid this climate, a violent disturbance erupts in the town of Truro, turning a public protest into a full‑scale riot. The chaos that follows leaves the community reeling and the narrative centre‑piece shifting to a personal crisis. In the midst of the turmoil, Zacky's son finds himself at the heart of the controversy, being formally accused of murder. The allegation adds a stark, personal dimension to the broader societal unrest, intertwining the political with the intimate. While the accusation hangs over the family, Ross—another key figure—finds himself powerless, unable to intervene or alter the course of events. The episode therefore weaves together national uncertainty, civil disorder, and individual tragedy, leaving the characters caught in a web of circumstances beyond their control. It paints a picture of a nation in flux, where even the most personal battles are amplified by the surrounding upheaval.