The Conspirator

"The Conspirator" is a historical drama that tells the story of Mary Surratt, the lone female charged as a co-conspirator in the assassination trial of Abraham Lincoln. As the whole nation turns against her, she is forced to rely on her reluctant lawyer, Frederick Aiken, to uncover the truth and save her life. Aiken, a Union veteran and lawyer, takes on the challenge of defending Surratt, only to discover that she may be innocent and used as a scapegoat to capture her son, John, who was involved in the assassination plot. With the country still reeling from the Civil War, Aiken must navigate the complex web of conspiracy and betrayal to uncover the truth behind Lincoln's murder. As the trial unfolds, Aiken's belief in Surratt's guilt is shaken, and he begins to question the true motives of those involved in the assassination. With a strong cast and gripping storyline, "The Conspirator" offers a unique perspective on one of the most pivotal moments in American history.

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The Conspirator was released in theaters on July 1, 2011.