This historical mini-series documents the reign of Elizabeth I with each episode focusing on one dramatic period in the lengthy reign of the Virgin Queen, including her ascension to the throne, her various marital intrigues, her problems with her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, and the threatened invasion of the Spanish Armada.
Cast: Glenda Jackson
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Season 1
6 episodes
1. The Lion's CubA young Elizabeth lives in dangerous times, leading the Protestant rebellion against her Catholic half-sister Mary, and challenging her claim to the throne.CC1 h 25 minFeb 17, 1971
2. The Marriage GameThe unmarried young Queen is encouraged to find a suitable husband so that she can produce an heir, but she finds that very few suitors interest her.CC1 h 25 minFeb 24, 1971
3. Shadow in the SunElizabeth meets an interesting suitor, the Duke of Anjou, much to the Puritans' disapproval. Now Elizabeth must decide whether to follow her head or her heart.CC1 h 25 minMar 3, 1971
4. Horrible ConspiraciesQueen Elizabeth finds her position increasingly threatened by Mary, Queen of Scots and her loyal supporters. Will Elizabeth have to execute Mary in order to remain Queen?CC1 h 25 minMar 10, 1971
5. The Enterprise of EnglandWith the threat of war against Spain suddenly imminent, Elizabeth must place her faith in the strength of the Navy, led by Sir Francis Drake.CC1 h 25 minMar 17, 1971
6. Sweet England's PrideAn elderly Queen Elizabeth instructs the Earl of Essex to quell the threat of an Irish uprising, but will she have to deal with a rebellion of her own?CC1 h 25 minMar 24, 1971
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GLENDA JACKSON IS ELIZABETH
This historical mini-series documents the reign of Elizabeth I with each episode focusing on one dramatic period in the lengthy reign of the Virgin Queen, including her ascension to the throne, her various marital intrigues, her problems with her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, and the threatened invasion of the Spanish Armada.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Roderick Graham
- Cast
- Glenda Jackson
- Studio
- Masterpiece, BBC
