"Lust. For power."

2024- 2024

1 Seasons

7 Episodes

7.1(91 votes)

Ended

Drama

Overview

In 17th century England, Mary Villiers molds her beautiful son, George, to seduce King James I, intending to gain riches and influence through outrageous schemes.

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Julianne Moore

Mary Villiers

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Nicholas Galitzine

George Villiers

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Tony Curran

King James I

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Mark O'Halloran

Sir Francis Bacon

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