Get ready for a throne-smashing historical epic as the BBC prepares to unleash 'King and Conqueror', the saga that rewrites the story of England's most famous year. This isn't just a history lesson; it's a brutal character-driven drama about the two powerful men on a catastrophic collision course for the crown.
A Tale Of Two Kings
Starring James Norton (Happy Valley, Grantchester) and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones), the series delves into the explosive conflict between Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy. Far from a simple good vs. evil tale, it portrays a complex power struggle where both men believe their claim to the English throne is utterly righteous and justified.
Norton takes on the role of Harold Godwinson, the powerful English earl who seizes the crown. Coster-Waldau is his formidable adversary, William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy who would stop at nothing to take it from him.
More Than Just A Battle
While the climactic Battle of Hastings in 1066 will be a centrepiece, the eight-part series promises a deep dive into the political intrigue, alliances, and betrayals that led to that fateful day. The story explores the personal ambitions and immense pressures that turned allies into enemies and set the stage for a conquest that would reshape a nation for centuries.
When Can You Watch It?
Filming has wrapped on this major production, a co-commission between the BBC and Paramount+. While an exact release date on BBC One and iPlayer is yet to be announced, anticipation is building for what promises to be one of the most ambitious and gripping historical dramas of the year.
