‘King & Conqueror’ Series: Check out what we know about cast, plot, episode count, production team and filming

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Emily Beecham and Clémence Poésy have joined the cast of the period drama series «King and Conqueror,» alongside James Norton and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. The series, based on the Battle of Hastings, will delve into the lives of Harold of Wessex and William of Normandy.

Cast

Emily Beecham and Clémence Poésy have joined the cast of «King and Conqueror,» a period drama series about the Battle of Hastings. James Norton plays Harold of Wessex, while Nikolaj Coster-Waldau portrays William of Normandy.

Beecham plays Edith Swanneck, Harold Godwinson's wife, who married him for love and protection but finds herself in a challenging position as Harold fights for the English crown. Poésy portrays Matilda, William of Normandy's wife, who learns to be ruthless in the royal court to succeed.

Broadcasting Rights

The BBC has acquired the broadcasting rights for «King and Conqueror» in the U.K., where it will air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Paramount Global Content Distribution will handle distribution outside the U.K.

Plot

«King and Conqueror» is a story of power struggles and family dynasties, culminating in the Battle of Hastings. Harold and William, originally allies, are forced into a war for the British throne, with far-reaching consequences for England and Europe.

Episode Count, Production Team

The series, consisting of eight episodes, is written by Michael Robert Johnson and produced by several production companies, including Rabbit Track Pictures and CBS Studios.