Episodes
1. The Lion's Cub
5.0
February 17, 1971
85 min
A young Elizabeth lives in dangerous times, leading the Protestant rebellion against her Catholic half-sister Mary, and challenging her claim to the throne.
Guest Stars:
Rosalie Crutchley, Julian Holloway, Ian Barritt, Rachel Kempson, Stanley Lebor
2. The Marriage Game
5.0
February 24, 1971
85 min
The unmarried young Queen is encouraged to find a suitable husband so that she can produce an heir, but she finds that very few suitors interest her.
Guest Stars:
Vivian Pickles, Angela Thorne, Rachel Kempson, Leonard Sachs, Robert Hardy
3. Shadow in the Sun
2.3
March 3, 1971
85 min
Elizabeth meets an interesting suitor, the Duke of Anjou, much to the Puritans' disapproval. Now Elizabeth must decide whether to follow her head or her heart.
Guest Stars:
Margaretta Scott, James Laurenson, Angela Thorne, Michael Williams, Robert Hardy
4. Horrible Conspiracies
5.0
March 10, 1971
85 min
Queen Elizabeth finds her position increasingly threatened by Mary, Queen of Scots and her loyal supporters. Will Elizabeth have to execute Mary in order to remain Queen?
Guest Stars:
Brian Wilde, Vivian Pickles, Bernard Holley, Hamilton Dyce, David Collings
5. The Enterprise of England
5.0
March 17, 1971
85 min
With the threat of war against Spain suddenly imminent, Elizabeth must place her faith in the strength of the Navy, led by Sir Francis Drake.
Guest Stars:
David Parfitt, Robert Hardy, John Woodvine, Robin Ellis, Ronald Hines
