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The Best Episodes of Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty

Every episode of Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty!

Binge this in 3h 0m•Peaking at 8.1/10

Acclaimed historian Dan Jones tells the story of the dynasty who ruled England and much of France during the Middle Ages. More shocking, brutal and exhilarating than Game of Thrones, these events actually happened.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty Season 1 Episode 1 - Betrayal
    8.1/10(63 votes)

    #1 - Betrayal

    S1:E1

    Charismatic Henry II transformed England into an empire, but became a control freak and rebellions against him led by the ones closest to him, such as Thomas Becket and Henry's wife and sons, eventually broke out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty Season 1 Episode 4 - Tyranny
    8.0/10(54 votes)

    #2 - Tyranny

    S1:E4

    Dan Jones tells the extraordinary story of Richard II, the boy king who was the hero of the Peasants' Revolt, but who grew up to become one of the most brutal tyrants in English history. His bitter rivalry with his cousin, Henry Bolingbroke, plunged the country into civil war, and when Henry deposed Richard the Plantagenet dynasty came to an end.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty Season 1 Episode 3 - Revenge
    7.9/10(50 votes)

    #3 - Revenge

    S1:E3

    Dan Jones continues his compelling part-dramatised history of the Plantagenet dynasty with a look at the reign of Edward II. In a story of murder, intrigue, lust, betrayal and revenge, he explores what turned his queen, Isabella of France, from a loyal young wife into a bloodthirsty matriarch.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty Season 1 Episode 2 - Hatred
    7.7/10(53 votes)

    #4 - Hatred

    S1:E2

    The history of the Plantagenets continues with the story of king Henry III, his treacherous best friend Simon de Montfort and their bitter struggle for the soul of the nation.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Betrayal" is the best rated episode of "Britain's Bloodiest Dynasty". It scored 8.1/10 based on 63 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/27/2014. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Tyranny".