The Last King

Miniseries

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.

4 Episodes

  • Part One
    E1
    Part OneIn 1660, after years in exile, Charles II is restored to the throne of England but is abandoned by his friend, the Duke of Buckingham.
  • Part Two
    E2
    Part TwoA fiery comet in the sky is rumoured to portend doom on Charlie's reign.
  • Part Three
    E3
    Part ThreeA plot is unearthed against the King. Anti-Papist fury threatens the King's position.
  • Part Four
    E4
    Part FourAs Protestant dissent rises, the king tries to silence his enemies once and for all.

Cast of The Last King • Miniseries

  • Rufus SewellCharles II
  • Rupert GravesGeorge Villiers, Duke of Buckingham
  • Charlie Creed-MilesJames, Duke of York
  • Christian CoulsonJames, Duke of Monmouth
  • Shirley HendersonCatharine of Braganza
  • Martin FreemanLord Shaftesbury
  • Helen McCroryBarbara Villiers, Countess of Castlemaine
  • Carol SaundersonDirector
  • Emilio NunezProducer
  • Lee MorrisProducer
  • Katrine DudleyProducer
  • Kate HarwoodProducer

 

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