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The Worst Episodes of Lucy Worsley Investigates

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The Worst Episodes of Lucy Worsley Investigates

Lucy Worsley re-investigates some of the most dramatic chapters in British history. She uncovers forgotten witnesses, re-examines old evidence and follows new clues.
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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 1 Episode 1 - The Witch Hunts
    7.7/10(99 votes)

    #1 - The Witch Hunts

    S1:E1

    What started Britain’s century of bloody witch hunts? Lucy Worsley uncovers the story of one supposed witch whose case lit the fuse for the state-sanctioned killing of thousands.

    Directors:Georgina Leslie, Craig Collinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 2 Episode 1 - Jack the Ripper
    7.7/10(99 votes)

    #2 - Jack the Ripper

    S2:E1

    How did the Jack the Ripper case shape the way true crime is covered today? Lucy Worsley investigates how these shocking killings created a world of entertainment based on murder.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 1 Episode 2 - The Black Death
    7.9/10(99 votes)

    #3 - The Black Death

    S1:E2

    How did the Black Death change Britain? Lucy Worsley examines the latest science and explores how the huge death toll affected religious beliefs, class structure, work and women.

    Director:Craig Collinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 2 Episode 2 - The Gunpowder Plot
    7.9/10(99 votes)

    #4 - The Gunpowder Plot

    S2:E2

    On November 5th 1605, a group of conspirators planned to blow up parliament. Lucy Worsley investigates the Gunpowder Plot, asking what drove them to this radical act of extremism.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 1 Episode 3 - Princes in the Tower
    8.0/10(90 votes)

    #5 - Princes in the Tower

    S1:E3

    What really happened to the Princes in the Tower? Lucy Worsley uncovers the story of the two boys whose disappearance in 1483 has led to centuries of mystery and speculation.

    Directors:Emma Frank, Craig Collinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 1 Episode 4 - Madness of King George
    8.0/10(97 votes)

    #6 - Madness of King George

    S1:E4

    How did George’s mental illness change Britain? Lucy Worsley uncovers Royal papers and explores how the attempt on his life by a mentally ill subject changed psychiatry forever.

    Directors:Linda Sands, Craig Collinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 2 Episode 3 - William the Conqueror
    8.0/10(89 votes)

    #7 - William the Conqueror

    S2:E3

    Was winning the Battle of Hastings in 1066 all it took for William to become King? Lucy Worsley investigates the aftermath to reveal how he really conquered England.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Lucy Worsley Investigates Season 2 Episode 4 - Bloody Mary
    8.0/10(97 votes)

    #8 - Bloody Mary

    S2:E4

    Does 'Bloody Mary', England’s first crowned queen, deserve her reputation? Lucy Worsley investigates, asking whether Mary should be remembered as a pioneer or a tyrant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Witch Hunts" is the worst rated episode of "Lucy Worsley Investigates". It scored 7.7/10 based on 99 votes. Directed by Georgina Leslie, Craig Collinson and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/24/2022. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Jack the Ripper".