Charles I: Downfall of a King (2019): S01E03 – The Final Showdown

Introduction Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head. Outline Charles I’s duel with politician archenemy John Pym enters its brutal final phase. As his Queen is threatened Charles’ tyrannical dark side rises…

Andrew Marshall

13/12/2021

1–2 minutes

Civil War, English Civil War, History, Military Documentary

Introduction

Historian Lisa Hilton discovers how, in just fifty tempestuous days, Charles I’s rule collapsed, laying the foundations for civil war, the loss of royal power and, ultimately, the king’s head.

Outline

Charles I’s duel with politician archenemy John Pym enters its brutal final phase. As his Queen is threatened Charles’ tyrannical dark side rises up with devastating consequences.

Charles I: Downfall of a King Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 11 July 2019.
Rating: 13+.
Running Time: 59 minutes.
Country: UK.
Language: English.