Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: N/A
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 5.0/10
Warrior Queen
Overview
Warrior Queen is a British television series made by Thames Television for ITV from 20 February to 27 March 1978. Set in Britain under Roman rule, this historical drama starred Siân Phillips in the title role as Boudica, queen of the Iceni and chronicled her efforts to maintain the peace for her people and fight the Romans. Nigel Hawthorne played the Roman tax collector Catus Decianus.
This production, originally released in 1978, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.0 across its 1 season.
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- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
6 Episodes • Aired 1978-02-20
It is AD61. The Romans rule Britain. Prasutagus, King of the Iceni, is dying. In his will, he bequeaths one half of his kingdom to his two daughters; the other half is to be ceded to the Roman Emperor, Nero. Prasutagus's widow, Queen Boudicca, invites the Roman Procurator, Catus Decianus, to attend his burial. Catus Decianus, however, has no intention of attending 'this flea-bitten king's funeral'; instead, he arrives when it is over. It is an ominous sign...
