Charles II: The Power and The Passion
Miniseries
November 16, 2003
4Episodes
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.
Episodes
1. Part One
November 16, 2003
51 min
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.
Guest Stars:
Peter Wight, Tabitha Wady, Robert East, Dorian Lough, Ian McDiarmid
2. Part Two
November 23, 2003
51 min
A fiery comet in the sky is rumoured to portend doom on Charlie's reign.
Guest Stars:
Peter Wight, Tabitha Wady, Robert East, Dorian Lough, Ian McDiarmid
3. Part Three
November 30, 2003
51 min
A plot is unearthed against the King. Anti-Papist fury threatens the King's position.
Guest Stars:
Peter Wight, Tabitha Wady, Robert East, Dorian Lough, Diana Rigg