Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Scripted
Rating: 9.0/10
The Wars of the Roses
Overview
An epic chronicle of the dysfunctional Plantagenet family from the accession of the young Henry to the death of Richard, last of the Plantagenets. The vacillations of the priestly Henry lead to ungentlemanly behaviour, civil war, treason, murder, regicide, fratricide, and the relentless pursuit of power so characteristic of the Renaissance.
This production, originally released in 1965, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, War & Politics genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 9.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama and War & Politics.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
David Warner
Henry VI
Peggy Ashcroft
Margaret of Anjou
Donald Burton
Exeter / First Murderer
Alan Tucker
Prince Edward
Charles Kay
Sir John Hume / Clarence
David Hargreaves
Third Citizen / Norfolk
William Squire
Suffolk / Buckingham
Seasons
Miniseries
3 Episodes • Aired 1965-04-08
An epic chronicle of the dysfunctional Plantagenet family from the accession of the young Henry to the death of Richard, last of the Plantagenets. The vacillations of the priestly Henry lead to ungentlemanly behaviour, civil war, treason, murder, regicide, fratricide, and the relentless pursuit of power so characteristic of the Renaissance.
