The untold story of England’s most iconic Queen, before she ascended the throne. Henry VIII’s death throws a young orphan Elizabeth Tudor into the unpredictable and dangerous English court.
EPISODE 1
Keep Your Knife Bright
Following the death of Henry VIII, his three children; Mary, Elizabeth and Edward are now pawns in a dangerous game as the English court is plunged into a race for control of the new England they find themselves in.
EPISODE 2
You Cannot Keep The Birds From Flying Over Your Head
Elizabeth is caught between her Catholic sister Mary; and Catherine and Thomas; as Mary demands she leave and side with her against Edward.
EPISODE 3
Either Learn Or Be Silent
The Lord Protector's plan for peace between the siblings only causes Catherine and Thomas to accelerate their own, using Elizabeth's 15th birthday as cover.
EPISODE 4
Lighten Our Darkness
The aftermath of the party has left Elizabeth alone and amongst strangers; and terrified of anyone discovering the truth of what went on in Chelsea.
EPISODE 5
Necessity Compels Me To Plague You
Elizabeth’s successful return to court and favour is threatened as she is approached with a reckless plan.
EPISODE 6
What Cannot Be Cured
Both Elizabeth and Somerset face the consequences of Thomas’ actions whilst Mary finds that she is the only family that the king can now trust.
Romola Garai
Jamie Parker
Alicia von Rittberg
Jessica Raine
Leo Bill
Tom Cullen
Anya Reiss
George Ormond
George Faber