Civil War

Season 1

This fascinating docuseries explores the conflict that toppled the English monarchy in the 17th century, only for the crown to be restored a decade later.

20024 episodes

13+

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S1 E1 - The Breakdown
January 6, 2002
28min
TV-14
The arrogant religious policies of King Charles I divided England, and relations with Parliament cracked under the pressure.
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S1 E2 - Taking Sides
January 13, 2002
29min
13+
Events across the Irish Sea accelerated war in England as the relationship between Parliament and the king collapsed, dividing the country into Roundheads and Cavaliers.
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S1 E3 - Total War
January 20, 2002
29min
TV-14
Cromwell's victory at Marston Moor secured his rise to power. In Scotland, the English Civil War degenerated into a brutal clan feud between the MacDonalds and Campbells.
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S1 E4 - The Endgame
January 27, 2002
29min
TV-14
While the king is held to ransom by Parliament, Cromwell's New Model Army is in Putney debating radical proposals. Charles escapes and reignites the war.
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