Seasons & Episodes
EP 1
Prince
David Starkey follows the dramatic events of Henry's childhood, events that shaped his personality and his attitude to k
EP 2
Warrior
Henry's father had won and defended the crown in battle. For Henry, this was the mark of true regal legitimacy and he wa
EP 3
Lover
This episode traces Henry's ten-year affair with Anne Boleyn. Henry began to pursue Anne in early 1526. As lust turned t
EP 4
Tyrant
The final programme in the series examines how Henry, having inherited a chronically weak English crown, forged it into
Popular Cast
David Starkey
Self - Presenter
