King & Conqueror

NC162025•7.2/10

DramaAction & Adventure

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7.2/10(67)

The story of a clash that defined the future of a country and a continent for a thousand years. Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy were two men destined to meet at the Battle of Hastings in 1066. These two former allies with no design on the British throne found themselves forced by circumstance and personal obsession into a war for possession of its crown.

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Production

BBC, Rabbit Track Pictures, Shepherd Content, The Development Partnership, CBS Studios, RVK Studios

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

August 24, 2025

Last Aired

October 5, 2025

Networks

BBC One

Created By

Michael Robert Johnson

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Invitation

Air date: 2025-08-24

Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival's treachery – but he is ignored.

The Sins of the Father

Air date: 2025-08-25

Threatened by those in power in France and England, William and Harold each face grave danger, their families in peril. Refuge in Flanders offers hope for new mother Matilda, while vengeful Lady Emma hounds the Godwins.

Brothers

Air date: 2025-08-31

Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties.

So Be It

Air date: 2025-09-07

Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family's rights and William tracks his royal foe.

The Beast in the Mirror

Air date: 2025-09-14

Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future.

Damage

Air date: 2025-09-21

Ambition drives William and Harold to each seek costly alliances, against the advice of their womenfolk, to enhance their chances of winning the crown.

Cost of War

Air date: 2025-09-28

Sacrifices have to be made when Harold strikes against a Viking invader, and William seeks a fleet. Edith fears for the future, while Matilda moves to secure hers.