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; two allies with no design on the British throne found themselves forced by circumstance and personal obsession into a war for possession of its crown.
King and Conqueror (Season 1)
Invitation (Episode 1) 6.4
Writer: Michael Robert Johnson
Air date: 2025-08-24
Runtime: 51 min
Overview: Sweeping historical drama. Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival’s treachery – but he is ignored.
The Sins of the Father (Episode 2) 5.8
Writer: Michael Robert Johnson
Air date: 2025-08-25
Runtime: 44 min
Overview: 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 (Episode 3) 5.3
Writer: Michael Robert Johnson
Air date: 2025-08-31
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties.
So Be It (Episode 4) 5.3
Writer: Sam Hoare
Air date: 2025-09-07
Runtime: 49 min
Overview: Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family’s rights and William tracks his royal foe.
The Beast in the Mirror (Episode 5) 5.7
Writer: Michael Robert Johnson
Air date: 2025-09-14
Runtime: 46 min
Overview: 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 (Episode 6) 5.5
Writer: Rachel Kilfeather
Air date: 2025-09-21
Runtime: 47 min
Overview: 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 (Episode 7) 4.0
Writer: David Mar Stefansson
Air date: 2025-09-28
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: 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.
The Hand of God (Episode 8) 8.5
Writer: Michael Robert Johnson
Air date: 2025-10-05
Runtime: 53 min
Overview: Harold’s depleted English forces rush to meet William’s assault on the south coast. The resulting brutal battle’s outcome is unpredictable.
Seasons
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