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The Devil's Crown

Season 1 Episode 2: The Earth Is Not Enough

Henry's marriage to Eleanor of Aquitaine brings him both good fortune and the English crown, marking the start of his significant bond with Thomas Becket.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 3 A Rose, A Thorn

3. A Rose, A Thorn

Aired: May 14, 1978

The bond between Henry and Becket strengthens, but it only intensifies the Qu...

Episode 4 The Hungry Falcons

4. The Hungry Falcons

Aired: May 21, 1978

The murder of Becket marks a devastating turning point in Henry's reign, as t...

Episode 5 Before The Dark

5. Before The Dark

Aired: May 28, 1978

Henry finds solace in the company of Alys, unaware that she is betrothed to h...

Episode 6 Richard Yea And Nay

6. Richard Yea And Nay

Aired: Jun 4, 1978

The reign of King Henry has come to an end, marked by defeat and abandonment....

Episode 7 Lion Of Christendom

7. Lion Of Christendom

Aired: Jun 11, 1978

The next episode follows Richard's army as they embark on a new crusade in th...

Episode 8 When Cage-Birds Sing

8. When Cage-Birds Sing

Aired: Jun 18, 1978

Richard the Lionheart, having failed in his Crusade, becomes disheartened and...

Episode 9 Bolt From The Blue

9. Bolt From The Blue

Aired: Jun 25, 1978

King Richard is freed from captivity and reinstated as the King of England, b...

Episode 10 In Sun's Eclipse

10. In Sun's Eclipse

Aired: Jul 2, 1978

Next episode: As Richard's reign comes to a close, John ascends to the throne...

Episode 12 Tainted King

12. Tainted King

Aired: Jul 16, 1978

With Queen Eleanor's passing, King John's fortunes have plummeted. The barons...

Episode 13 To The Devil They Go

13. To The Devil They Go

Aired: Jul 23, 1978

The Pope has finally lifted the Interdict, and John has relented after six ye...

Info about The Devil's Crown

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Countries: France, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, War, History, Biography