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The Worst Episodes of King & Conqueror

Every episode of King & Conqueror ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of King & Conqueror!

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Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy are two men destined to face each other at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Two former allies, neither of whom had aspired to the British throne, are

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 1 - Invitation
    7.1/10(742 votes)

    S1:E1

    Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival's treachery – but he is ignored.

    Director:Baltasar Kormákur
    Writer:Michael Robert Johnson

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  2. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 2 - The Sins of the Father
    7.2/10(420 votes)

    S1:E2

    Threatened by those in power in France and England, William and Harold each face grave danger, their families in peril. Refuge in Flanders offers hope for new mother Matilda, while vengeful Lady Emma hounds the Godwins.

    Director:Bálint Szentgyörgyi
    Writer:Michael Robert Johnson

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  3. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 3 - Brothers
    7.2/10(388 votes)

    S1:E3

    Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties.

    Director:Bálint Szentgyörgyi
    Writers:Michael Robert Johnson, David Mar Stefansson

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  4. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 5 - The Beast in the Mirror
    7.2/10(344 votes)

    S1:E5

    Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future.

    Director:Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
    Writer:Michael Robert Johnson

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  5. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 4 - So Be It
    7.3/10(357 votes)

    S1:E4

    Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family's rights and William tracks his royal foe.

    Director:Bálint Szentgyörgyi
    Writer:Sam Hoare

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  6. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 6 - Damage
    7.3/10(331 votes)

    S1:E6

    Ambition drives William and Harold to each seek costly alliances, against the advice of their womenfolk, to enhance their chances of winning the crown.

    Director:Erik Leijonborg
    Writer:Rachel Kilfeather

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  7. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 8 - The Hand of God
    7.4/10(360 votes)

    S1:E8

    Harold’s depleted English forces rush to meet William's assault on the south coast. The resulting brutal battle's outcome is unpredictable.

    Director:Erik Leijonborg
    Writer:Michael Robert Johnson

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  8. King & Conqueror Season 1 Episode 7 - Cost of War
    7.5/10(348 votes)

    S1:E7

    Sacrifices have to be made when Harold strikes against a Viking invader, and William seeks a fleet. Edith fears for the future, while Matilda moves to secure hers.

    Director:Erik Leijonborg
    Writer:David Mar Stefansson

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Invitation" is the worst rated episode of "King & Conqueror". It scored 7.1/10 based on 742 votes. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur and written by Michael Robert Johnson, it aired on 8/24/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Sins of the Father".