Series synopsis
Truth & Treason is an American war & politics drama television series that premiered on Angel on October 17, 2025. It ended on October 31, 2025. It stars Ewan Horrocks, Rupert Evans, Ferdinand McKay and Daf Thomas.
When loyalty to country becomes loyalty to a lie, one teen risks everything to expose the truth. With the Gestapo closing in, he must decide what it really means to be a good German. This four-part series expands on the film.
Premise
When loyalty to country becomes loyalty to a lie, one teen risks everything to expose the truth. With the Gestapo closing in, he must decide what it really means to be a good German. This four-part series expands on the film.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Ewan Horrocks as Helmuth Hubener
- Rupert Evans as Erwin Mussener
- Ferdinand McKay as Karl-Heinz Schnibbe
- Daf Thomas as Rudi Wobbe
- Daniel Betts as Arthur Zander
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | October 17, 2025 | October 31, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
When the Night Cometh Patriotic German youth Helmuth hears and sees things that make him question his allegiance to the Reich, leading him to secretly write and distribute materials denouncing Hitler and his regime. SS Agent Müssener finds them. |
October 17, 2025 |
| 2 |
To the Ground Like Ashes Müssener searches for the leaflet's author. Helmuth increases his production and recruits Karl and Rudi to help distribute them. Hugo discovers Helmuth's radio and forces him out of the house. Elli reads one of the leaflets. |
October 17, 2025 |
| 3 |
And Reason Veils Her Face Müssener grapples with a devastating loss. Helmuth, Karl, and Rudi continue their resistance work. Helmuth gains confidence with Elli and asks her on a date. Müssener's investigation brings him closer to Helmuth's identity. |
October 24, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Angel |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 17, 2025 |
| Last aired | October 31, 2025 |
| Status | ended |