The Trial of Maurice Papon (2025) is a documentary, war & politics web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Trial of Maurice Papon online in HD.
The Trial of Maurice Papon — Storyline
Maurice Papon, a high-ranking official under the Vichy regime, oversaw the deportation of hundreds of Jews from the Gironde prefecture in 1942. After the war, he enjoyed a prestigious career as a prefect, member of parliament, and minister without ever facing any repercussions.
In 1981, the newspaper “Le Canard enchaîné” revealed his role during the Occupation, backed by documents, leading to a complaint for crimes against humanity. After 16 years of legal proceedings, his trial began in 1997. Accused of complicity in the deportation of 1,600 Jews, he claimed he was merely obeying government orders and acting under coercion from the Nazi occupiers, while the prosecution emphasized his conscious responsibility. Sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment in 1998 following a trial lasting more than six months, he was released in 2002 for health reasons. This trial, a belated symbol of the accountability of public officials, continues to fuel reflection on individual responsibility.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Benjamin Lavernhe
The Trial of Maurice Papon — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2025-04-16 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 3 |
| Genre | Documentary, War & Politics |
| Language | English |
| Network | France 3 |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7/10 (1 votes) |
The Trial of Maurice Papon — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Senior Official (2025-04-16) — Maurice Papon, a high-ranking official under the Vichy regime, oversaw the deportation of hundreds of Jews from the Gironde region in 1942. After the war, he went on to have a dist
- E2: A Paper Crime (2025-04-16) — In 1997, after 16 years of legal proceedings, the trial began for Maurice Papon, a high-ranking Vichy official who oversaw the deportation of hundreds of Jews from the Gironde regi
- E3: The Sentence (2025-04-16) — Accused of complicity in the deportation of 1,600 Jews in 1942, Maurice Papon—a former high-ranking official under the Vichy regime, and later a prefect, member of parliament, and
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Trial of Maurice Papon have? 1 season(s) with 3 episodes.
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