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Miniseries

8 episodes · 24th August 2025

Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy are two men destined to face each other at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Two former allies, neither of whom had aspired to the British throne, are forced, by circumstances and their personal obsession, to wage war over possession of the crown.

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Episodes

01 Invitation still Invitation Episode 124th August 2025 Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival's treachery – but he is ignored. 02 The Sins of the Father still The Sins of the Father Episode 225th August 2025 Threatened by those in power in France and England, William and Harold each face grave danger, their families in peril. Refuge in Flanders offers hope for new mother Matilda, while vengeful Lady Emma hounds the Godwins. 03 Brothers still Brothers Episode 331st August 2025 Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties. 04 So Be It still So Be It Episode 47th September 2025 Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family's rights and William tracks his royal foe. 05 The Beast in the Mirror still The Beast in the Mirror Episode 514th September 2025 Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future. 06 Damage still Damage Episode 621st September 2025 Ambition drives William and Harold to each seek costly alliances, against the advice of their womenfolk, to enhance their chances of winning the crown. 07 Cost of War still Cost of War Episode 728th September 2025 Sacrifices have to be made when Harold strikes against a Viking invader, and William seeks a fleet. Edith fears for the future, while Matilda moves to secure hers. 08 The Hand of God still The Hand of God Episode 85th October 2025 Harold’s depleted English forces rush to meet William's assault on the south coast. The resulting brutal battle's outcome is unpredictable.
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Cast & Crew

01 Nikolaj Coster-Waldau profile Nikolaj Coster-Waldauas William of Normandy 02 James Norton profile James Nortonas Harold Godwinson 03 Clémence Poésy profile Clémence Poésyas Matilda of Normandy 04 Emily Beecham profile Emily Beechamas Edith Swanneck 05 Clare Holman profile Clare Holmanas Gytha 06 Bo Bragason profile Bo Bragasonas Queen Gunhild
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