Name: The Inquisition
Genre: War & Politics, Documentary
Released: 2026-09-22
Rating: 8
Cast: Denis Lavant

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With six centuries of history behind it, the Inquisition stands out as the most formidable system of repression in European history. Documentary-maker Stan Neumann tells the story of the origins and evolution of this ‘police of souls’ – at once secret and spectacular – whose influence is still felt in today’s world.

First Aired

Sep 22, 2026

Last Aired

Sep 22, 2026

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ARTE

Studio

Zadig Productions, Arte France

Original Title

Inquisitions

Original Language

French

Keywords

inquisition authority europe heresy investigation tribunal religion torture church historical interrogation surveillance witchcraft oppression persecution catholicism medieval grim somber repression reflective serious power intense