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To many, the legacy of King Henry VIII begins and ends with his six wives. But remarkable though his marital history is, it is not...
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Season 1

  • The Unexpected King
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    The Unexpected King

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/22/2020

    Henry VIII through the eyes of the men - from advisors to painters and physicians - who stoked his ruthlessness and fears and exploited his vulnerability.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Absent King
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    The Absent King

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/26/2020

    Tracy Borman, Chief Curator for Historic Royal Palaces, reveals how Henry VIII's pursuit of pleasure saw him entrust a huge amount of power to the men around him - and shake Europe.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Tyrant King
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    The Tyrant King

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/29/2020

    Tracy Borman reveals how the men around Henry VIII shaped the final part of his reign. With brutal struggles breaking out, they had to tread carefully as the king had become a tyrant.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown