Charles II: The Power and The Passion – Miniseries
2003
4 Episodes
A dramatisation of Charles II's reign, covering the period just before his Restoration in 1660. It focuses on his conflicts with Parliament, his relationships with his mistresses—particularly Barbara Villiers—and his efforts to restore England after the Civil War.
Episodes
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S01E01
Part One
In 1660, after years in exile, Charles II is restored to the throne of England but is abandoned by his friend, the Duke of Buckingham.
16 Nov 200351m
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S01E02
Part Two
A fiery comet in the sky is rumoured to portend doom on Charlie's reign.
23 Nov 200351m
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S01E03
Part Three
A plot is unearthed against the King. Anti-Papist fury threatens the King's position.
30 Nov 200351m
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S01E04
Part Four
As Protestant dissent rises, the king tries to silence his enemies once and for all.
07 Dec 200352m