Wolf Hall

Overview
Set against the turbulent backdrop of 1520s England, the kingdom teeters on the brink of chaos as King Henry VIII seeks to annul his two-decade marriage to secure a male heir with Anne Boleyn. Facing resistance from the Pope and much of Europe, Thomas Cromwell emerges as a pivotal figure. A complex character, he is both charismatic and ruthless, skillfully navigating the treacherous political landscape. As Cromwell aids Henry in overcoming his adversaries, he must grapple with the dangerous volatility of the king, questioning the true cost of his ambition and success.
Episodes
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1

Three Card Trick
The King, feeling the pressure of not having a male heir, is increasingly anxious to dissolve his marriage to Katherine of Aragon.
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2

Entirely Beloved
As Cardinal Wolsey heads north, he advises Cromwell to cultivate a relationship with Anne Boleyn.
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3

Anna Regina
Cromwell secures Parliament's recognition of Henry as the supreme leader of the Church of England.
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4

The Devil's Spit
Realizing that her influence in the courtroom hinges on giving birth to a male heir, Anne begins to feel increasingly anxious and suspicious.
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5

Crows
The Act of Supremacy has officially named Henry as the ultimate leader of the Church of England.
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6

Master of Phantoms
Upon discovering acts of betrayal, Cromwell takes his revenge to the highest degree.
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Wreckage
As Anne Boleyn's blood spills onto the scaffold, Thomas Cromwell navigates the aftermath of her execution, positioning himself to become the chief adv...
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2

Obedience
With the rapid disbandment of monasteries underway, Cromwell embarks on a personal journey to Shaftesbury Abbey, where he encounters a young nun. Her ...
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3

Defiance
As turmoil brews in the north, Henry's reign faces uncertainty. Undeterred by the potential danger to himself, Cromwell takes action to safeguard Lady...
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4

Jenneke
The arrival of a prince fulfills Henry's long-held desire for an heir, but the joy is overshadowed by a heavy loss. As the court mourns Jane, it becom...
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5

Mirror
Cromwell's strategic marriage proposal introduces Princess Anne of Cleves to Henry's court. Will this union forge a powerful Protestant alliance in no...
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6

Light
Cromwell finds himself stripped of his titles and taken to the Tower of London, facing charges of treason. Isolated and without allies to defend him, ...