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The Hollow Crown

A mini-series of Shakespeare's history plays, featuring adaptations of Richard II, Henry IV: Parts 1 and 2, and Henry V.

The BBC's 2012 Cultural Olympiad features new adaptations of Shakespeare's "Henriad" tetralogy, a series of history plays that follow a continuous period in British history from the 14th century to the aftermath of the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Richard II

1. Richard II

Aired: Jun 30, 2012

Richard II's reign comes to an abrupt end as Henry Bolingbroke seizes power, ...

Episode 2 Henry IV, Part 1

2. Henry IV, Part 1

Aired: Jul 7, 2012

Henry IV struggles to quell rebellions from Owen Glendower and Hotspur Percy,...

Episode 3 Henry IV, Part 2

3. Henry IV, Part 2

Aired: Jul 14, 2012

As King Henry's health declines, Northumberland vows to avenge his son's deat...

Episode 4 Henry V

4. Henry V

Aired: Jul 21, 2012

Hal's transformation into a responsible monarch as Henry V is marked by his r...

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Info about The Hollow Crown

Seasons: 2

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Countries: United States, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, War, History