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The Best Episodes of To Play the King Season 1

Every episode of To Play the King Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of To Play the King Season 1!

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Francis Urquhart's survival at the top is threatened by the new king's populist agenda.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    To Play the King Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    8.7/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    Having won the leadership of his party through foul and devious scheming, the ruthless Francis Urquhart is newly installed as Prime Minister. But he is uneasy at the memory of Mattie, the young journalist he murdered on the way to the top, and facing criticism from a caring and honourable new monarch who’s appalled by his unfeeling, materialistic policies. However, Urquhart has lost none of his relish for the fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. To Play the King Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    8.3/10(6 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    Prime Minister Francis Urquhart is troubled with past deeds, and faced with a king insistent that politicians should have the interests of the populace more at heart.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. To Play the King Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    8.8/10(5 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    The antagonism between the caring king and his callous PM, Francis Urquhart, develops into full confrontation, as Urquhart accuses the king of trying to organise a bloodless coup against the government.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. To Play the King Season 1 Episode 4 - Part 4
    9.0/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Part 4

    S1:E4

    Prime Minister Francis Urquhart gives the king an ultimatum that could change the course of the British monarchy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "To Play the King" season 1. It scored 8.7/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/21/1993. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Part 2".