Series synopsis
Charles I: Downfall of a King is a British documentary drama television series that premiered on BBC Four on July 9, 2019. It stars Lisa Hilton.
Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head.
Premise
Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Lisa Hilton as Self - Presenter
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | July 9, 2019 | July 11, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Two Worlds Collide Historical docudrama series. Following a Catholic uprising in Ireland, in which thousands of Protestants are killed, Parliament passes a vote of no confidence in Charles I's rule. |
July 9, 2019 |
| 2 |
A Nation Divided Charles's predicament worsens. With the Queen implicated in the Irish rebellion, the King tries to buy off Pym by offering him the position of chancellor of the exchequer. |
July 10, 2019 |
| 3 |
The Final Showdown Having failed to bring round Pym, Charles accuses the 'Five Members' of high treason and marches on Westminster. |
July 11, 2019 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC Four |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 9, 2019 |
| Last aired | July 11, 2019 |
| Runtime | 59 minutes |
| Status | continue |