S1, E2: Robert Cecil is the son of Elizabeth I's original spymaster. He has been groomed since birth to inherit his father's network. But when he finally steps into his father's shoes, the Queen's enemies are stronger than ever. The Earl of Essex has established a rival network and is trying to oust Cecil as Elizabeth's spymaster. To survive, Cecil must ruthlessly maneuver Essex to the execution block.

Starring James Daybell, Robert Hutchinson, Jerry Brotton