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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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Episodes

  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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Audio languages
English
Subtitles
English [CC]
Directors
Peter Strachan
Producers
BBC
Starring
Tristram Hunt
Studio
Acorn TV
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