Miniseries
King & Conqueror
Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy are two men destined to face each other at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Two former allies, neither of whom had aspired to the British throne, are forced, by circumstances and their personal obsession, to wage war over possession of the crown.
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- Parent series
- King & Conqueror
- SEASON
- 1
- Historical relation
- —
- Accuracy
- Not rated
- Episode coverage
- 0/8
- Historical links
- 0
Episodes
Invitation
Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival's treachery – but he is ignored.
50 min · Open episode profile →
The Sins of the Father
Threatened by those in power in France and England, William and Harold each face grave danger, their families in peril. Refuge in Flanders offers hope for new mother Matilda, while vengeful Lady Emma hounds the Godwins.
44 min · Open episode profile →
Brothers
Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties.
46 min · Open episode profile →
So Be It
Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family's rights and William tracks his royal foe.
49 min · Open episode profile →
The Beast in the Mirror
Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future.
46 min · Open episode profile →
Damage
Ambition drives William and Harold to each seek costly alliances, against the advice of their womenfolk, to enhance their chances of winning the crown.
46 min · Open episode profile →
Cost of War
Sacrifices have to be made when Harold strikes against a Viking invader, and William seeks a fleet. Edith fears for the future, while Matilda moves to secure hers.
42 min · Open episode profile →
The Hand of God
Harold’s depleted English forces rush to meet William's assault on the south coast. The resulting brutal battle's outcome is unpredictable.
52 min · Open episode profile →Where to watch
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