TV series
Blood, Sex & Royalty
Overview
A modern take on the British royal drama, this steamy series offers a window into the lives of history's deadliest, sexiest and most iconic monarchs.
Details
- First air date
- 2022-11-23
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 3 episodes
- Genres
- Drama
- Network
- Netflix
- Country
- GB
- Original language
- EN
Cast
- Amy James-Kelly as Anne Boleyn
- Adam Astill as Thomas Boleyn
- Lois Brabin-Platt as Mary Boleyn
- Callum Coates as Cardinal Wolsey
- Simonas Mozūra as Henry Percy
- Max Parker as Henry VIII
- Jhon Lumsden as George Boleyn
- Sophie Boettge as Jane Boleyn
- Nikhita Lesler as Lady Worcester
- Stephen Fewell as Thomas Cromwell
Creators and crew
- Jillian Mannion - Creator
Episodes
Episode 1: Boleyns for the Win
Young Anne Boleyn grows to be a freethinker after spending time at the French court — and her outspoken ways soon catch the eye of a powerful suitor.
Episode 2: Never Let Them See You Cry
As Henry attempts to find a way out of his marriage, Anne introduces him to the radical — and outlawed — writings of religious reformer William Tyndale.
Episode 3: Somebody Wants Me Dead
After a series of political uprisings and personal tragedies, Anne's marriage with Henry sours — and her perch at court becomes increasingly precarious.
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