James Cosmo plays an army carpenter who obeys orders but loses a son.

Tony Robinson plays a mysterious Judas Iscariot - a double agent who must confront his past.

Helen Baxendale portrays an abused servant who spots a chance to win genuine affection.

Peter France plays a man who outwardly appears to have everything.

Joss Ackland plays the failed revolutionary who gets a second chance when he meets "a born loser" in prison.

A widow loses her son – but a mysterious stranger reunites them.

Jonathan Pryce plays the thief crucified alongside Jesus.