In 18th century England, amidst war with France, duck-racing and pineapple-eating flourish. Queen Anne, frail and ill, is ruled by her friend Lady Sarah, who also tends to her mercurial temper. When new servant Abigail arrives, her charm wins over Sarah, who takes her under her wing. As politics consume Sarah, Abigail seizes the chance to become the Queen's companion, using their friendship to advance her own ambitions.

The Favourite
In 18th-century England, the arrival of a young servant at the royal court sends shockwaves, captivating the attention of a vulnerable Queen Anne and upending the established social hierarchy.