Upstart Crow

Series 2

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In series two, Shakespeare runs his quill-ink dry with stories of jealous African generals, teenage daughters in desperate need of taming, and a musical play that may (or may not) go by the title of 'Fourth Night'.

Where to Watch Upstart Crow • Series 2

6 Episodes

The Green Eyed Monster
E1
The Green Eyed MonsterWill is desperate to make a good impression with the College of Heralds so that he can finally get a coat of arms. Befriending a dashing African prince by the name of Otello may provide Will with the means to climb the social ladder.
I Know Thee Not, Old Man
E2
I Know Thee Not, Old ManWith Britain gripped by fear of Jesuit spies Will is horrified when his bullying former school-master Simon Hunt, comes to stay and proves to be a practising Catholic, endangering the household. When Kit and Greene also turn up efforts are made to hide Hunt - until Will finally stands up to him and Kit saves the day. Meanwhile Will's useless old father provides unexpected inspiration for a new character.
I Did Adore a Twinkling Star
E3
I Did Adore a Twinkling StarWill is tricked by his nemesis Robert Greene into writing a blood-soaked tragedy for a nobleman who only likes exotic romances. Will needs to write a new play and quickly. Kate is teaching Italian to Marlowe.
Food of Love
E4
Food of LoveNeeding money to buy the family coat of arms Will is inspired by Kate to devise a new art form and so he decides to invent the musical with the aid of the successful composer Thomas Morley, who wants it be based on himself. The show is a huge hit but Greene devises a way to scupper further performances, leaving Will with a comedy of errors.
Beware My Sting!
E5
Beware My Sting!Will is thrilled with his new play about a bright, strong-headed young woman crushed into submission by the man in her life, Kate and Anne less so. Will decides to test the theme of the play out on his stroppy daughter.
Sweet Sorrow
E6
Sweet SorrowWill has finally finished writing Romeo and Juliet and the only problem now is who will play the young lovers. Burbage and Condell naturally see themselves as the leads, how to tell them they no longer pass muster?