Britain's Bloody Crown

2016 NR 7.8

Using a combination of documentary and drama, historian Dan Jones tells the story of the War of the Roses - the 30 year civil war between the House of York and House of Lancaster that saw the crown change hands seven times.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 The Mad King

1. The Mad King

Aired: Jan 7, 2016

After the death of the Duke of Suffolk in 1450, various factions compete for ...

Episode 2 The Kingmaker Must Die

2. The Kingmaker Must Die

Aired: Jan 14, 2016

Edward of York becomes King Edward IV in 1461, after wresting power from Henr...

Episode 3 The Princes Must Die

3. The Princes Must Die

Aired: Jan 21, 2016

One of the most famous events of the Wars of the Roses was the killing of 12-...

Episode 4 A Mother's Love

4. A Mother's Love

Aired: Jan 28, 2016

For almost three decades, Margaret Beaufort took control of her destiny to pr...

Info about Britain's Bloody Crown

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 5

Genres: Drama, History