In 1553, Elizabeth's older half-sister Mary became queen. Mary was determined to re-establish Catholicism in England and viewed the Protestant Elizabeth as a direct threat. Elizabeth was briefly ...

Catherine De Medici's (Samantha Morton) reign over France will continue now that the modern, darkly comedic The Serpent Queen has returned for its second season. In Season 2, the ruthless, charming ...

This four-part series (Monday-Thursday) traces the remarkable life of England's Virgin Queen, Elizabeth I, whose diplomatic skill and sheer strength of character earned her a reputation as one of ...

There are numerous stories about the English monarch Elizabeth I. But one event is particularly controversial: The Queen's affair with Robert Dudley and the mysterious death of his wife Amy ...

At the centre was Queen Elizabeth I, ‘The Virgin Queen’ and the latter part of her reign (from 1558-1603) has been referred to by some historians as a ‘golden age.’ However, is this an ...

Papist Spain wants to bring down the heretic Elizabeth. Philip is building an ... During these months, the Virgin Queen falls in love with Walter Raleigh, keeping him close to court and away ...