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Charles II: The Power and The Passion

Charles II: The Power and The Passion

Miniseries

2003

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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  • E1 · 51 min

    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.

  • E2 · 51 min

    Part Two

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

  • E3 · 51 min

    Part Three

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

  • E4 · 52 min

    Part Four

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