Suranne Jones: Investigating Witch Trials (2024)

Suranne Jones delves into the dark history of witch trials, exploring some of the most notorious cases ever recorded. Her journey takes her to Pendle, Lancashire, where she reveals the harrowing tale of a mass execution for witchcraft. She then travels to Germany, once the heart of Europe’s witch hunts, and visits Salem, Massachusetts, the site of the most infamous trial in history. Throughout her exploration, Jones highlights striking similarities between past events and modern-day witch hunts, offering a thought-provoking perspective on societal scapegoating.