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The Shadow of the Tower

Season 1 Episode 4: The Crowning of Apes

A legendary leader marshals a robust defense against a looming invasion, rallying a powerful army to thwart the approaching forces from Ireland, comprised of Irish and German warriors.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Crown in Jeopardy

1. Crown in Jeopardy

Aired: Jan 5, 1972

Henry Tudor, fresh from his victory at the Battle of Bosworth Field, sets his...

Episode 2 Power in the Land

2. Power in the Land

Aired: Jan 12, 1972

Henry cements his claim to the throne as the birth of Prince Arthur, son of E...

Episode 3 The Schooling of Apes

3. The Schooling of Apes

Aired: Jan 19, 1972

The stage is set for a fierce battle as Henry's foes, led by the cunning Lamb...

Episode 4 The Crowning of Apes

4. The Crowning of Apes

Aired: Jan 26, 1972

A legendary leader marshals a robust defense against a looming invasion, rall...

Episode 6 The White Hart

6. The White Hart

Aired: Feb 9, 1972

King Henry's grip on power tightens as he becomes increasingly paranoid, conv...

Episode 7 A Fly in the Ointment

7. A Fly in the Ointment

Aired: Feb 16, 1972

A cunning uncle and nephew devise a treacherous plot to eliminate the King, r...

Episode 8 The Princely Gift

8. The Princely Gift

Aired: Feb 23, 1972

John Cabot, an Italian explorer with a bold vision, must overcome doubts from...

Episode 9 Do the Sheep Sin?

9. Do the Sheep Sin?

Aired: Mar 1, 1972

In the next episode, a tax dispute in Cornwall sparks a peaceful rebellion, w...

Episode 12 The Fledgling

12. The Fledgling

Aired: Mar 22, 1972

Henry seeks to enhance his family's reputation by orchestrating a union betwe...

Info about The Shadow of the Tower

Current Status: Ended

Genres:Drama, History, Biography