Charles II: The Power and The Passion
Season 1
November 16, 2003
A dramatisation of Charles II's reign, covering the period just before his Restoration in 1660. It focuses on his conflicts with Parliament, his relationships with his mistresses—particularly Barbara Villiers—and his efforts to restore England after the Civil War.
4 Episodes
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Episodes
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E1
Part One
November 16, 2003
In 1660, after years in exile, Charles II is restored to the throne of England but is abandoned by his friend, the Duke of Buckingham.
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E2
Part Two
November 23, 2003
A fiery comet in the sky is rumoured to portend doom on Charlie's reign.
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E3
Part Three
November 30, 2003
A plot is unearthed against the King. Anti-Papist fury threatens the King's position.
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Part Four
December 7, 2003
As Protestant dissent rises, the king tries to silence his enemies once and for all.
