In a world where judgements are rendered quickly and nobody is safe, Becoming Elizabeth series on Starz explores the Tudor reign and young Elizabeth England’s iconic Queen. The series looks at one of history’s most dynamic figures though a new perspective. The series, above all, is a teenager’s journey in a treacherous world.
What is Starz Series Becoming Elizabeth About?
Becoming Elizabeth is the story of young Elizabeth, a young orphaned teenager trying to save herself from the vicious scramble to the top.
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
With no clear heir, the death of King Henry the VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
Elizabeth struggles to control her own destiny and take real power as the men around her attempt to claim her sovereignty.
The series is her fascinating and factual journey to secure the crown is filled with scheming, betrayal and illicit relationships that threaten to bring forth her demise at a time in which every man or woman of the court is on the wheel of fortune, which may take them to a position of great power one moment, or the executioner’s block the next.
What is the Cast of Becoming Elizabeth on Starz?
Alicia von Rittberg plays the role of Elizabeth in the series. The first season of the series comes with 8 episodes. Anya Reiss writes the story.
Becoming Elizabeth (2021)
Developed By: Anya Reiss
Cast: Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, John Heffernan, Jessica Raine
Network: Starz
Release Date: June 12 2022
Genre: Drama
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