The story of the Countess of Buckingham who moulded her son to seduce King James I and become his all-powerful lover, through intrigue, becoming richer, more titled and influential than England has ever seen.
Julianne Moore Mary Villiers
Nicholas Galitzine George Villiers
Tony Curran James VI and I
Trine Dyrholm Queen Anne
Laurie Davidson Earl of Somerset
Nicola Walker Elizabeth Hatton
Niamh Algar Sandie
Emily Fairn Jenny
D.C. Moore Creator
Liza Marshall Executive Producer
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Mary Villiers develops a cunning plan to transform her family's fortunes forever.
Mary resorts to drastic measures; George must pull out all the stops to prove himself.
George and Mary must find a way to overcome the Somersets, or risk losing everything.
George faces a daunting trip to Scotland; Mary goes head-to-head with Lady Hatton.
A political crisis triggered by Sir Walter Raleigh comes between Mary, George and King James.
George struggles to navigate the affairs of the state; Mary begins on a dangerous collision course.
George & Charles embark on a trip to Spain; Mary attempts one last gamble to ensure absolute power.
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