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The Devil's Crown

Season 1 Episode 10: In Sun's Eclipse

The curtain closes on Richard's reign as John ascends to the English throne, but his claim is promptly disputed by his nephew Arthur of Brittany, who asserts his own right to rule.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 3 A Rose, A Thorn

3. A Rose, A Thorn

Aired: May 14, 1978

Henry and Becket's growing closeness sparks Queen Eleanor's concerns, putting...

Episode 4 The Hungry Falcons

4. The Hungry Falcons

Aired: May 21, 1978

A rift forms within the royal family following the murder of Thomas Becket, c...

Episode 5 Before The Dark

5. Before The Dark

Aired: May 28, 1978

Henry finds solace in Alys' company, oblivious to her impending marriage to h...

Episode 6 Richard Yea And Nay

6. Richard Yea And Nay

Aired: Jun 4, 1978

King Richard, a renowned Crusader, ascends to the throne after King Henry's d...

Episode 7 Lion Of Christendom

7. Lion Of Christendom

Aired: Jun 11, 1978

Richard's army embarks on a new crusade in the Holy Land, fueled by their lea...

Episode 8 When Cage-Birds Sing

8. When Cage-Birds Sing

Aired: Jun 18, 1978

Richard the Lionheart, defeated in his Crusade, embarks on a perilous journey...

Episode 9 Bolt From The Blue

9. Bolt From The Blue

Aired: Jun 25, 1978

King Richard, now liberated from his captivity, faces the daunting task of re...

Episode 10 In Sun's Eclipse

10. In Sun's Eclipse

Aired: Jul 2, 1978

The curtain closes on Richard's reign as John ascends to the English throne, ...

Episode 12 Tainted King

12. Tainted King

Aired: Jul 16, 1978

King John's fortunes have suffered a devastating blow following Queen Eleanor...

Episode 13 To The Devil They Go

13. To The Devil They Go

Aired: Jul 23, 1978

The Pope's Interdict has been lifted, and John has finally given in after six...

Info about The Devil's Crown

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Countries: France, Italy, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, War, History, Biography