Elizabeth R
1971 · BBC Two · 90 min · 1 season
S01E06 · Sweet England's Pride
Thu, 25 Mar, 6:20 am
An elderly Queen Elizabeth instructs the Earl of Essex to quell the threat of an Irish uprising, but will she have to deal with a rebellion of her own?
About
A Chronicle of England's Golden Age of the late 16th century. Academy Award winner Glenda Jackson stars in one of the most popular and acclaimed Masterpiece Theatre presentations ever created, the story of England's Queen Elizabeth I. Filled with palace intrigue, royal romance and stunning historical detail, it traces her reign from young Princess through almost 5 years of rule over England's Golden Age. Long sought by collectors, this Emmy Award winning production boasts an all-star cast, riveting performances, gripping drama, and all the pomp and pageantry befitting this legendary Queen.
Episodes
- E01
The Lion's Cub
Thu, 18 Feb· 90 minA young Elizabeth lives in dangerous times, leading the Protestant rebellion against her Catholic half-sister Mary, and challenging her claim to the throne.
- E02
The Marriage Game
Thu, 25 Feb· 90 minThe 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.
- E03
Shadow in the Sun
Thu, 4 Mar· 90 minElizabeth 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.
- E04
Horrible Conspiracies
Thu, 11 Mar· 90 minQueen 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?
- E05
The Enterprise of England
Thu, 18 Mar· 90 minWith the threat of war against Spain suddenly imminent, Elizabeth must place her faith in the strength of the Navy, led by Sir Francis Drake.
- E06
Sweet England's Pride
Thu, 25 Mar· 90 minAn elderly Queen Elizabeth instructs the Earl of Essex to quell the threat of an Irish uprising, but will she have to deal with a rebellion of her own?
Cast
Glenda Jackson
Queen Elizabeth I
Ronald Hines
William Cecil (Lord Burghley)
Stephen Murray
Walsingham