"national Treasure" Episode #1.2(2016) May 2026

The second episode of the 2016 Channel 4 drama focuses on the escalating public and personal pressure on Paul Finchley (Robbie Coltrane) as more women come forward with historic allegations. Episode Synopsis

: Paul attempts to control the narrative by appearing on a radio show with Victoria Derbyshire, but the interview is a disaster and only fuels public suspicion. "National Treasure" Episode #1.2(2016)

: During a party for Dee, the emotional strain reaches a breaking point, leading to a shocking closing sequence involving a car crash. Cast and Credits Paul Finchley : Robbie Coltrane Marie Finchley : Julie Walters Danielle "Dee" Finchley : Andrea Riseborough Karl Jenkins : Tim McInnerny Director : Marc Munden Writer : Jack Thorne The second episode of the 2016 Channel 4

As the police investigation widens, Paul's daughter, (Andrea Riseborough), takes matters into her own hands by confronting her former babysitter, Christina (Susan Lynch), who is one of the primary accusers. This encounter forces Dee to re-examine her own fractured childhood and question whether she has suppressed memories of abuse by her father. Cast and Credits Paul Finchley : Robbie Coltrane

: Paul's comedy partner, Karl (Tim McInnerny), offers support but also reveals underlying tensions and personal feelings for Marie.