Lucy Worsley Investigates – Series 2
2025
4 Episodes
Episodes
S02E01
Jack the Ripper
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.
03 Jan 202555m
S02E02
The Gunpowder Plot
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.
10 Jan 202555m
S02E03
William the Conqueror
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.
17 Jan 202555m
S02E04
Bloody Mary
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.
24 Jan 202558m