The Great

Catherine and Peter seek some marriage guidance after the chaotic events of the previous day left them in an awkward place in their relationship.

Catherine is visited by the UK and US Ambassadors both wanting her to intervene in the War of Independence. Maxim takes issue with the public displays of affection between Grigor and Marial.

Catherine involves the peasants, nobles and merchants in a conference designed to bring change to Russia. Peter's on the hunt for revenge on an historic enemy.

Peter is tormented by his failure to continue the legacy of his father, Peter the Great's, empire. Catherine must decide what to do about the unrest being stirred up in the regions.

Peter is tormented by his failure to continue the legacy of his father, Peter the Great's, empire. Catherine must decide what to do about the unrest being stirred up in the regions.

Catherine tries to persuade Peter to come home whilst Hugo re-doubles his attempts to regain his kingdom. Georgina continues to play her complicated court games.

Catherine wants to bring more fun to the court. With Georgina's help she stages a festival of truth, jokes and stunningly clever ideas.

Catherine introduces divorce to the court with unforeseen consequences. Grigor befriends Maxim and goes stag hunting, and Elizabeth and Petrov go on a trip.

Catherine plays a dangerous game with herself to prove that her destiny lies in Russia, and grapples with the impact Peter's decisions have on her rule.

Catherine meets court scientist Nikolai, who announces a comet is about to pass through Russia. She uses this phenomenon to her advantage and unearths a new side of her leadership.