The Activists follows the years from 1899 to 1906 when Finland as an independent nation started to form. At the center stage are young restless souls who operate against the backdrop of the phenomena of the time: deep social divisions, political intrigue, fierce proclamations and people’s movements that get out of control. Activists portrays what happens when people lose faith in society’s capability to deal with conflict.
Episode 1
Bomb attacks and political murders in early 20th century Helsinki. Eugen Schauman is disappointed with his father's activities in the Senate, and wants to achieve something bigger himself.
Episode 2
Lennart Hohenthal is enlisted as informant to spy on information about the governor-general's murder plan. The relationship with Santarmi becomes deeper than intended.
Episode 3
Schoolchildren's secret society gets out of hand and patriotic play becomes real. Arvi Nikolainen faces difficult choices.
