In 17th century France, a country bumpkin named D'Artagnan travels to Paris to join the Musketeers. He becomes friends with Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, and together they embark on a series of adventures and duels to protect the king and queen from the treacherous Cardinal Richelieu.
In early 18th-century England, the court faces upheaval when a new servant, Abigail, arrives and endears herself to Queen Anne. Abigail schemes her way into Anne's favor, resulting in a rivalry with Sarah, Anne's childhood friend and advisor. As Abigail rises in power, she manipulates Anne and forms a romantic relationship with her. Sarah, realizing Abigail's treachery, tries to expose her, but Abigail poisons Sarah's tea and orchestrates her removal from the court. With Sarah gone, Abigail gains control over Anne and begins to influence her decisions, including the war with France. However, Sarah returns and threatens to reveal their past love letters, prompting Anne to choose between Abigail and Sarah's loyalty. Abigail ultimately wins Anne's favor and becomes her confidante, while Sarah is banished from the country. The movie ends with Abigail stepping on one of Anne's rabbits, symbolizing her control over the queen.
The lives of the Duke of Marlborough and his wife Sarah, from their meeting in 1673 to the duke's death in 1722.
Historian Lucy Worsley debunks popular myths and royal as well as anti-royal propaganda about key events from British royal history including the English Reformation, the attack of the Spanish Armada and Queen Anne's forgotten legacy.
In this 3-part documentary series, Lucy Worsley travels across Britain and Europe visiting the locations where royal history was made. In palaces and castles and on battlefields she investigates how royal history is a mixture of facts, exaggeration, manipulation and mythology.
Delve into the fascinating story of the British royal family, the House of Windsor, from its origins in Anglo-Saxon times to the present day. Discover iconic monarchs, significant events, and the enduring legacy of the royal institution.
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