Passion, ambition and treachery collide in this lavish historical drama depicting King Henry VIII's infamous reign
A young King Henry VIII has little interest in state affairs, making him ripe for exploitation. But when his desire for a male heir starts to take hold, he becomes increasingly ambitious and ruthless.
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In Cold Blood: A young Henry intends to ensure his place in history by declaring war on France
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Simply Henry: Henry travels to France to sign a peace treaty. In England, Anne Boleyn arrives at court.
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Wolsey, Wolsey, Wolsey!: Emperor Charles V arrives in England as Henry seeks to cement his new alliance with Spain
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His Majesty, the King: A brush with death spurs Henry to seek a solution to his lack of an heir
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Arise, My Lord: Henry presses Wolsey to gain a favourable ruling on his divorce as he plans to marry Anne
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True Love: With Wolsey away in France, Anne tries to help her father and Norfolk by influencing Henry
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Message to the Emperor: Anne falls ill from the plague that's devastating England
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Truth and Justice: The arrival of the Pope's envoy brings a decision on Henry's request for divorce closer
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Look to God First: Norfolk and Boleyn's campaign against Wolsey finally comes to fruition
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The Death of Wolsey: An exiled Wolsey turns to Catherine as he makes one last attempt to return to power
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