Miniseries

Charles II: The Power and The Passion

4 Episodes Premiered November 16, 2003

Season Overview

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.

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Episodes

1
EP 1

Part One

Nov 16, 2003

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.

View Details 51 MIN
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EP 2

Part Two

Nov 23, 2003

A fiery comet in the sky is rumoured to portend doom on Charlie's reign.

View Details 51 MIN
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EP 3

Part Three

Nov 30, 2003

A plot is unearthed against the King. Anti-Papist fury threatens the King's position.

View Details 51 MIN
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EP 4

Part Four

Dec 7, 2003

As Protestant dissent rises, the king tries to silence his enemies once and for all.

View Details 52 MIN