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The Best Episodes of Charles I: Downfall of a King

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Every episode of Charles I: Downfall of a King ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Charles I: Downfall of a King!

The Best Episodes of Charles I: Downfall of a King

Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power...

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  1. Background image for A Nation Divided
    7.7/10(15 votes)

    #1 - A Nation Divided

    S1:E2

    Charles's predicament worsens. With the Queen implicated in the Irish rebellion, the King tries to buy off Pym by offering him the position of chancellor of the exchequer.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
  2. Background image for Two Worlds Collide
    7.6/10(17 votes)

    #2 - Two Worlds Collide

    S1:E1

    Historical docudrama series. Following a Catholic uprising in Ireland, in which thousands of Protestants are killed, Parliament passes a vote of no confidence in Charles I's rule.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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    7.6/10(14 votes)

    #3 - The Final Showdown

    S1:E3

    Having failed to bring round Pym, Charles accuses the 'Five Members' of high treason and marches on Westminster.

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

Best Episodes Summary

"A Nation Divided" is the best rated episode of "Charles I: Downfall of a King". It scored 7.7/10 based on 15 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/10/2019. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Two Worlds Collide".