Netflix fans have hailed the period drama 'Victoria' as the 'best since Downton Abbey' and the 'greatest love story ever', with viewers praising its portrayal of the young queen's ascension to the throne and her passionate romance with Prince Albert.
Three Seasons of Royal Drama
The three-season series chronicles the true story of how a young woman became queen at just 18 years old. It shows not only how she copes with ascending to the throne but also her dealings with male-dominated politics, as well as a 'passionate romance and marriage'.
Fans Rave About the Show
One fan on IMDb described it as 'the best period drama…period', adding: 'The passion between Jenna [Coleman] and Tom [Hughes] is timeless in this series.' Another echoed: 'This is one of the best shows I have ever watched on so many fronts…A perfect family show, which is rare these days.'
Someone else labelled it as the 'greatest love story ever', before adding that it was the 'most amazing series since Downton Abbey'. Several people said it was 'magnificent' and the 'best period drama in years', with another describing it as 'positively brilliant, gripping and enchanting'.
Cast and Availability
Leading the cast as a young Queen Victoria is actress Jenna Coleman, who has also had roles in 'Wilderness', 'The Serpent', 'Doctor Who', 'The Sandman' and 'The Jetty'. She is joined by actor Thomas Hughes as Prince Albert, who may also be recognised for playing Joe Lambe in the BBC drama 'The Game' and Thomas Trafford in Prime Video's 'The English'. Other memorable stars include 'The Diplomat' actor Rufus Sewell, 'Outlander’s' Nell Hudson, 'Harlots' actress Kate Fleetwood and 'Vikings Valhalla' actor David Oakes.
'Victoria' is available to watch on Netflix.
