Elizabeth I's Secret Agents
Series Overview
This three-part series uncovers the network of spymasters and secret agents that helped protect Queen Elizabeth I from assassination, terror and treason for over 40 years. During a period when Britain was divided, unstable and violent, one of the world’s first secret services was born. Run by William and Robert Cecil, this father and son team had the duty of protecting the Queen and the Country. This series asks leading historians to each study the period from a different key player’s point of view, dissecting the minds and motivations of the protagonists, to reveal a covert spy network - and present a picture of the Elizabethan Court as it really was. This series takes us through the biggest events of the period, from the entrapment and execution of Mary Queen of Scots to the death of Queen Elizabeth I, the capture and escape of Catholic fugitive John Gerard and the most infamous terrorist conspiracy in British history - the Gunpowder Plot.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 3 Episodes
54 min per episode
2017 – 2017
Premiered: Mon, Oct 23, 2017
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Episode 3”
King James of Scotland travels south to take the throne at the invitation of Robert Cecil. Meanwhile, John Gerard, a Catholic priest who has dedicated his life to the destruction of the Protestant state that developed in Elizabeth's England has escaped and made contact with a splinter cell in the Catholic underground containing an extremist called Guy Fawkes who has a plan to blow up Parliament with the King inside. Cecil hears about the gunpowder plot, but is unaware of when and how they will strike and his investigation is hampered, as he's also trying to manage King James who has a wildly ambitious idea of unifying Scotland and England in a new kingdom of Great Britain.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
12: Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Elizabeth I's Secret Agents.
Shows Similar to Elizabeth I's Secret Agents
Series sharing comparable tone, character dynamics, and narrative themes
6.3
6.8
5.0
7.8
6.0
7.0
6.3
5.7
7.8
7.2
9.0
7.3
7.7
8.1
7.5
7.7
More Series Like Elizabeth I's Secret Agents
Shows sharing similar genres, audiences, and storylines.
Frequently Asked Questions About Elizabeth I's Secret Agents
Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.
What is Elizabeth I's Secret Agents about?
This three-part series uncovers the network of spymasters and secret agents that helped protect Queen Elizabeth I from assassination, terror and treason for over 40 years. During a period when Britain was divided, unstable and violent, one of the world’s first secret services was born. Run by William and Robert Cecil, this father and son team had the duty of protecting the Queen and the Country. This series asks leading historians to each study the period from a different key player’s point of view, dissecting the minds and motivations of the protagonists, to reveal a covert spy network - and present a picture of the Elizabethan Court as it really was. This series takes us through the biggest events of the period, from the entrapment and execution of Mary Queen of Scots to the death of Queen Elizabeth I, the capture and escape of Catholic fugitive John Gerard and the most infamous terrorist conspiracy in British history - the Gunpowder Plot.
How many seasons does Elizabeth I's Secret Agents have?
Elizabeth I's Secret Agents comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Elizabeth I's Secret Agents?
Key cast members in Elizabeth I's Secret Agents include Kevin James, Philip Rosch, Colin Tierney, Dominic Green.
Who created or directed Elizabeth I's Secret Agents?
Elizabeth I's Secret Agents was developed and directed by Not specified.