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Louis Cunningham (Louis XVI)

Is there a new episode of Marie Antoinette tonight? (May 18, 2025)

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The Call the Midwife season 14 finale airs tomorrow (and it's all about a wedding)

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Jasmine Blackborow (Princesse de Lamballe), Emilia Schüle (Marie Antoinette)

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Jasmine Blackborow (Princesse de Lamballe), Emilia Schüle (Marie Antoinette)

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Emilia Schüle (Marie Antoinette), Liah O’Prey (Yolande)

The Marie Antoinette season 2 finale airs tomorrow night (and here's what to know)

Episode 2 directed by Edward BAZALGETTE

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Louis Cunningham (Louis XVI)

Marie Antoinette season 2, episode 7 recap: The truth about the debt comes out

"Miss Austen" Special Screening

Miss Austen season 1, episode 1 recap: Cassandra learns of the lies told

Call the Midwife Series 14 Episode 2 - Joyce Highland (RENEE BAILEY)

Call the Midwife season 14, episode 6 recap: Lives are on the line as the trash piles up

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Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Three: Defiance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
Rebels in the North demand Cromwell’s head and a return to the old Catholic ways. With King Henry VIII beginning to contemplate his chief adviser’s failings, Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.

Shown L-R: Tom Mothersdale (Richard Riche), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Harry Melling (Thomas Wriothesley)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

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Is there a new episode of Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on tonight?

"Miss Austen" Special Screening

What is Miss Austen on PBS about?

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Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Four: Jenneke
Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the King remarry. With European politics in disarray, Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.

Shown L-R: Timothy Spall (Duke of Norfolk), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

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After Wolf Hall: What happened to Anne of Cleves?

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Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode One: Wreckage
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
In the wake of Anne’s execution, the King weds Jane Seymour. Marital bliss does nothing to quell Henry’s rage at his daughter, and Cromwell makes a risky play to save Princess Mary from her father’s murderous streak.

Shown L-R: Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell) and Damian Lewis (King Henry VIII)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

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There's disappointing news about Wolf Hall season 3

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Two: Obedience
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
A secret marriage brings scandal to court, giving Cromwell the opportunity to bring his adversary Norfolk down for good. But an unexpected encounter forces Cromwell to question where his loyalties lie.

Shown L-R: Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Corentin Fila (Christophe), Tom Mothersdale (Richard Riche)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK)

Wolf Hall historical accuracy: How did Thomas Cromwell really die?

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Three: Defiance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
Rebels in the North demand Cromwell’s head and a return to the old Catholic ways. With King Henry VIII beginning to contemplate his chief adviser’s failings, Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.

Shown: Damian Lewis (King Henry VIII)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK) Ltd

After Wolf Hall: What happened to Catherine Howard after Cromwell's downfall?

Maximilien Seweryn (Cardinal Rohan), Freya Mavor (Jeanne)

Marie Antoinette season 2, episode 6 recap: The trials begin

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Four: Jenneke
Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the King remarry. With European politics in disarray, Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.

Shown L-R: Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Ellie de Lange (Jenneke)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK) Ltd

Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light finale recap: What happens to Thomas Cromwell?

Picture shows: Sister Julienne (JENNY AGUTTER)

Call the Midwife season 14, episode 5 recap: Sister Julienne has a crisis of hope

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Two: Obedience
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
A secret marriage brings scandal to court, giving Cromwell the opportunity to bring his adversary Norfolk down for good. But an unexpected encounter forces Cromwell to question where his loyalties lie.

Shown L-R: Harry Melling (Thomas Wriothesley), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK) Ltd

The Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light series finale will air tomorrow (and here's what to know)

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Three: Defiance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
Rebels in the North demand Cromwell’s head and a return to the old Catholic ways. With King Henry VIII beginning to contemplate his chief adviser’s failings, Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.

Shown: Damian Lewis (King Henry VIII)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK) Ltd

Wolf Hall historical accuracy: Yes, Henry really did embarrass himself to surprise Anne of Cleves

Maximilien Seweryn (Cardinal Rohan)

Marie Antoinette season 2, episode 5 recap: The truth slowly comes out

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Three: Defiance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
Rebels in the North demand Cromwell’s head and a return to the old Catholic ways. With King Henry VIII beginning to contemplate his chief adviser’s failings, Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.

Shown L-R: Tom Mothersdale (Richard Riche), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Harry Melling (Thomas Wriothesley)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For

Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light episode 5 recap: Cromwell forces Henry VIII to marry

Call the Midwife Series 14 - Episode 4 - Jill Trottwood (JOANNA HORTON) Andrew Trottwood (TEDDY BERRIMAN) Shelagh Turner (LAURA MAIN)

Call the Midwife season 14, episode 4 recap: It really does take a village

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode Three: Defiance
Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
Rebels in the North demand Cromwell’s head and a return to the old Catholic ways. With King Henry VIII beginning to contemplate his chief adviser’s failings, Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.

Shown L-R: Tom Mothersdale (Richard Riche), Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Harry Melling (Thomas Wriothesley)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For

Wolf Hall historical accuracy: Did Thomas Cromwell really love Jane Seymour?

MASTERPIECE
Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light

Episode One: Wreckage
Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 9/8c on PBS
In the wake of Anne’s execution, the King weds Jane Seymour. Marital bliss does nothing to quell Henry’s rage at his daughter, and Cromwell makes a risky play to save Princess Mary from her father’s murderous streak.

Shown L-R: Mark Rylance (Thomas Cromwell), Kate Phillips (Jane Seymour)

Photographer: Nick Briggs

For editorial use only.

© Playground Television (UK) Ltd

Wolf Hall history explained: How did Jane Seymour die in real life?