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An Age of Kings

Series Overview

A linking together of Shakespeare's history plays — Richard II, 1 Henry IV, 2 Henry IV, Henry V, 1 Henry VI, 2 Henry VI, 3 Henry VI, and Richard III — chronicling the rise and fall of monarchs over the 86 years between Richard II and Richard III.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 15 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1960 – 1960

Premiered: Thu, Apr 28, 1960

Created By
Peter Dews

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Nov 17, 1960

Season 1, Episode 15: “Richard III, Part 2: The Boar Hunt”

Nothing now can check Gloucester's devious and ruthless struggle to possess himself of the Crown. His brothers are dead, the Queen's party has been destroyed, and Richard, in his new guise as Lord Protector, has seized his two young nephews, Edward V and his small brother Richard of York, and imprisoned them in the Tower. (Covers Richard III Act 3 S1—conclusion)

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Hayes

Screenplay & Story

William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, Thomas Nashe

Original Score & Music

Christopher Whelen

Producers

Peter Dews

Department Leadership Roster

Stanley Morris

Production Design

Christopher Whelen

Original Music Composer

Peter Dews

Producer

Michael Hayes

Michael Hayes

Director

Olive Harris

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for An Age of Kings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About An Age of Kings

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What is An Age of Kings about?

A linking together of Shakespeare's history plays — Richard II, 1 Henry IV, 2 Henry IV, Henry V, 1 Henry VI, 2 Henry VI, 3 Henry VI, and Richard III — chronicling the rise and fall of monarchs over the 86 years between Richard II and Richard III.

How many seasons does An Age of Kings have?

An Age of Kings comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in An Age of Kings?

Key cast members in An Age of Kings include Not specified.

Who created or directed An Age of Kings?

An Age of Kings was developed and directed by Michael Hayes.