Series synopsis
Monarch is an American sci-fi & fantasy drama action & adventure television series that premiered on FOX on September 11, 2022. It ended on December 6, 2022. It was created by Melissa London Hilfers. It stars Susan Sarandon, Anna Friel, Trace Adkins and Beth Ditto.
The Romans, America’s first family of country music, are fiercely talented, but while their name is synonymous with honesty, the very foundation of their success is a lie. When their reign as country royalty is put in jeopardy, Nicky Roman, the heir to the crown, already battling an industry stacked against her, will stop at nothing to protect her family’s legacy.
Premise
The Romans, America’s first family of country music, are fiercely talented, but while their name is synonymous with honesty, the very foundation of their success is a lie. When their reign as country royalty is put in jeopardy, Nicky Roman, the heir to the crown, already battling an industry stacked against her, will stop at nothing to protect her family’s legacy.
Premise: Country is their kingdom.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Susan Sarandon as Dottie Cantrell Roman
- Anna Friel as Nicolette 'Nicky' Roman
- Trace Adkins as Albie Roman
- Beth Ditto as Gigi Taylor-Roman
- Joshua Sasse as Luke Roman
- Iñigo Pascual as Ace Grayson
- Martha Higareda as Catt Phoenix
- Meagan Holder as Kayla Taylor-Roman
Supporting cast
- Emma Milani as Ana Phoenix
- Damon Dayoub as Jamie Burke
- Kevin Cahoon as Earl Clark
- D.W. Moffett as Tripp DeWitt
- Marcia Cross as Skyler Samms
- Matt Skollar as Tour Manager
- Ethan Levy as Travis County CS Tech
- Valerie LeBlanc as Willa
- August Whaley as Summer
- Monica Garcia Bradley as Waitress #1
- Clark Sarullo as Waitress #2
Guest cast
- Joshua Sasse as Luke Roman
- Iñigo Pascual as Ace Grayson
- Martha Higareda as Catt Phoenix
- Meagan Holder as Kayla Taylor-Roman
- Emma Milani as Ana Phoenix
- Damon Dayoub as Jamie Burke
- Kevin Cahoon as Earl Clark
- D.W. Moffett as Tripp DeWitt
- Marcia Cross as Skyler Samms
- Matt Skollar as Tour Manager
- Ethan Levy as Travis County CS Tech
- Valerie LeBlanc as Willa
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 21 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 11 | September 11, 2022 | December 6, 2022 |
| Season 2 | 10 | February 26, 2026 | April 30, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Stop at Nothing When dangerous truths bubble to the surface threatening the Roman family's reign as country royalty, Nicky Roman — the heir to the crown — will stop at nothing to protect her legacy. |
September 11, 2022 |
| 2 |
There Can Only Be One Queen The Romans rally together after tragedy strikes; Nicky and Gigi grow even more competitive when the press dub Gigi "The New Queen"; sparks fly between Nicky and Wade; Kayla discovers some shocking news. |
September 20, 2022 |
| 3 |
Show Them Who You Are, Baby As Nicky prepares to perform at the "Queens of Country" concert, she learns of Clive's affair and is determined to turn the tables on him. Meanwhile, Luke is told the devastating truth from Nicky; Catt celebrates Ana's signing with Monarch with a party at the Brambles, where Ana and Ace connect. |
September 27, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cause and Effect Decades after being presumed dead, Keiko's return shocks Monarch. Cate defies orders to save Shaw—and unleashes a terrifying new Titan. |
February 26, 2026 |
| 2 |
Resonance Lee and Keiko investigate a secretive village with a cult devoted to a mysterious creature. Cate crosses paths with a deadly stowaway. |
March 5, 2026 |
| 3 |
Secrets Shaw, Keiko, Hiroshi, and Kentaro go rogue in an attempt to find Titan X. Cate struggles with feelings of guilt. A buried secret is exposed. |
March 12, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | FOX |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 11, 2022 |
| Last aired | December 6, 2022 |
| Runtime | 43 minutes |
| Status | canceled |
| Schedule | Tuesday at 21:00:00 |