Overview
Drama based on the true story of Deacon Brodie one of Scotland's most notorious criminals. In 1788 Deacon Brodie a master cabinet maker and town councillor is a rogue and a hedonist. He steals money but gives it back. He attempts to steal a fortune from the city's Customs and Excise office but the attempt fails and he is caught. There is a widely-publicised trial and he is sentenced to death to be hanged on the gallows he designed.
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 54 | 82 | |
 | - | - | |
 | 25 | 53 | |
 | 37 | 66 | |
 | 51 | 80 | |
 | 24 | 53 | |
 | 47 | 75 | |
 | 37 | 66 | |
 | 42 | 70 |