The Tudors (2007) is a historical drama TV show that delves into the life and reign of King Henry VIII, exploring his multiple marriages, political intrigues, and personal struggles. Set in 16th-century England, the show vividly depicts the court of King Henry VIII, showcasing his desires, lust, love affairs, and power struggles, while also highlighting the significant historical events and societal changes of the time.
Wolf Hall is a historical drama that takes place in the 16th century, during the time of King Henry VIII. It follows the rise and fall of Thomas Cromwell, who starts as the advisor to Cardinal Wolsey and eventually becomes one of the most powerful men in England. The plot revolves around Cromwell's intricate political career, his involvement in the English Reformation, and his relationships with key figures such as Anne Boleyn and Catherine of Aragon. The series explores themes of power, betrayal, and the clash between Catholicism and Protestantism.
When Catherine of Aragon fails to produce a male heir to the English throne, the Duke of Norfolk and his brother-in-law Thomas Boleyn scheme to install the latter's elder daughter Anne in the court of Henry VIII as the king's mistress and potential mother of his son, furthering their own political ambitions. Their plan backfires when Henry, injured in a hunting accident indirectly precipitated by Anne, is nursed by her sister Mary and becomes smitten with her. With great reluctance, the recently married Mary and her husband William Carey agree to accept positions in the court, knowing full well what will be expected of her. Separated from her spouse, who is sent away on an assignment by the king, Mary finds herself falling in love with Henry. Rebellious Anne secretly marries betrothed nobleman Henry Percy and confides in her brother George, who tells Mary about the elopement. Concerned that Anne will ruin her reputation by marrying a nobleman without the King's consent, she alerts her father and uncle of the union. They confront Anne, who argues that the marriage has been consummated and what is done before God cannot be undone, and she is exiled to France in disgrace. The Boleyn family's fortunes seem to be secured when Mary becomes pregnant. When she nearly suffers a miscarriage, she is confined to bed for the remainder of her pregnancy, and Norfolk recalls Anne to England to keep Henry's attention from wandering to another rival, particularly Jane Seymour. Anne successfully embarks on a campaign to seduce Henry, revealing herself to be more sophisticated and accomplished than she was prior to her exile. By withholding her sexual favors, she ensures the king's continued interest, finally making him promise never to bed his wife or speak to her sister in exchange for her giving him hope of eventually possessing her. Anne exacts this promise just after Mary gives birth to the much-anticipated son, making Mary's triumph hollow. The ambitious Anne encourages Henry to break from the Roman Catholic Church when Pope Clement VII refuses to annul his marriage to Catherine. Henry succumbs to Anne's demands, declares himself the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, and divorces his wife. The scandal of Anne's brief, secret marriage to Henry Percy threatens her forthcoming marriage to the king until Mary, out of loyalty to her family, returns to court and lies on Anne's behalf, assuring Henry her union with Percy never was consummated. Anne weds Henry and becomes Queen of England. The sisters reach a reconciliation and Mary stays by Anne's side at court. Despite the birth of a healthy daughter, Elizabeth, Henry is unhappy with Anne's failure to deliver a son and legitimate male heir to the throne. After she miscarries their second child, a now desperate Anne asks her brother George to try to impregnate her. Although he ultimately refuses to grant her request, his neglected wife Jane witnesses enough of their encounter to become suspicious. Her testimony leads to the arrest, trial, and execution of both George and Anne. Mary returns to court to plead for her sister's life, but Henry refuses to intercede. He warns Mary never to come to court again, because her family's disgrace could result in danger to her as well. Mary fulfills her last promise to Anne and takes care of her infant daughter. The closing captions reveal that perhaps the king should not have been concerned about his failure to produce a legitimate male heir because, ironically, his daughter Elizabeth served her country well for forty-five years.
Anne Boleyn is a tragic heroine in Tudor England, facing betrayal and wrongful accusations of infidelity. The TV show delves into the complexities of her life, including her tumultuous relationship with King Henry VIII and the patriarchal society she lived in.
This TV show explores the dramatic and tumultuous life of King Henry VIII of England, including his six marriages, political intrigues, and the creation of the Church of England. It delves into the complex relationships between Henry VIII and his wives, as well as the consequences of his actions.
A captivating retelling of the tumultuous relationship between King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, exploring their passionate love affair, political intrigues, and the tragic consequences that follow.
The Other Boleyn Girl (2003) tells the story of Mary and Anne Boleyn, two sisters who become entangled in a dangerous game of power and manipulation as they both vie for the affections of King Henry VIII. Set in 16th-century England, the film explores themes of ambition, love, and betrayal as the sisters navigate the treacherous world of the royal court.
Historian Dr Suzannah Lipscomb unfolds the extraordinary story of the tumultuous love affair between Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and asks: was it really love that brought them together – and was it love that tore them apart? Suzannah's journey will take her from Anne's childhood home at Hever Castle in Kent to the French palace where, some say, she learned the art of love. She will also visit Hampton Court, where Henry built the Great Hall for his new queen, and the Tower of London, where he had her beheaded.
Part documentary, part historical drama, this series follows the fortunes of the different members of the Boleyn family, ultimately made notorious for daughter Anne’s marriage to Henry VIII and execution.
Henry VIII and His Six Wives is a biographical drama that explores the tumultuous life of King Henry VIII and his marriages. From his passionate love affairs to political treacheries, the movie dives deep into the intriguing and scandalous events that shaped the Tudor dynasty.
In this comedy-history movie, a filmmaker narrates the humorous and episodic journey of finding the pearls of the French crown. The search takes the audience through keyholes, into the chambers of queens and kings, and aboard a sea liner. The film explores different historical events and features characters like Anne Boleyn, Mary Queen of Scots, and the Pope. It also delves into topics like gambling, racial prejudice, and the French Revolution. The pearls are a family heirloom with a rich history, and the film showcases the quest to find them in a nonlinear timeline.
Writers and historians including Hilary Mantel and Philippa Gregory revisit the last days of Anne Boleyn, who in 1536 became the first queen in British history to be executed.
Tracy Borman tells the story of the downfall of Henry VIII's second wife, charting her arrest, trial and execution.
Chief curator of historic royal palaces Lucy Worsley provides an exclusive tour of London’s most extraordinary palaces: the Tower of London, Hampton Court, and Kensington Palace.
Anne has been celebrated and damned, seen as either schemer or a victim. Her sister Mary is less remembered and often dismissed as a fool. But what was the truth?
Lavish documentary in which historian Dr Suzannah Lipscomb unfolds the extraordinary story of the tumultuous love affair between Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and asks: was it really love that brought them together – and was it love that tore them apart?
Gaetano Donizetti and his librettist Felice Romani kept the focus of their opera ANNA BOLENA on the personal rather than the political in this fictionalized Tudor tale: Henry VIII of England wants to get rid of his second wife, Anne Boleyn, so that he can marry her lady-in-waiting, Jane Seymour. He brings Lord Richard Percy, Anne's first love, back from exile so that he can find an excuse to accuse her of adultery. With the unwitting aid of Smeaton, a court musician, and Lord Rochefort, Anne's brother, the trap is easily sprung. This 2011 live recording from the Wiener Staatsoper showcases Anna Netrebko as she "scored a personal triumph" in her debut as the hapless Tudor Queen, while her stage partners - notably Elīna Garanča as Jane Seymour and Ildebrando D'Arcangelo as Henry VIII - were likewise showered with critical acclaim.
Holbein: Eye of the Tudors is a documentary that explores the life and work of German painter Hans Holbein. It focuses on his role as an artist during the Tudor period, capturing the faces of influential figures such as Thomas More, Anne Boleyn, and King Henry VIII. The film delves into the symbolism and perspective used in his paintings, highlighting his use of human skulls as a symbol of mortality and his contributions to the Protestant Reformation.
"SIX" is a British musical comedy written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. It is a modern retelling of the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII, presented in the form of a pop concert. In the show, each of the wives: Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr; take turns telling their stories to determine who suffered the most from their common husband.
Will Rogers, America's unofficial ambassador abroad, invites us to rural England. He starts at Windsor Castle, and we see the boys at Eton in their top hats. He motors past the oak trees of the king's riding park, where he strolls up to deer. Then it's on to Thomas Gray's churchyard and to a thatched cottage. Rogers buys 'hollyhawks' from a vendor, stops at Ascot, and goes to Hampton Court Palace to see Henry VIII's private garden and the first tennis court. He concludes with a boat ride down the 'Temms' past country estates, elaborate house boats, and picnicking punters. A stop at a riverside hotel for tea ends the tour. Rogers makes wry observations throughout.