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Charles I: Downfall of a King

1 Series ∙ 3 Episodes ∙ History

With dramatic reconstructions, historian Lisa Hilton discovers how in just 50 days Charles I's rule collapsed, resulting in civil war, loss of royal power and, ultimately, the King's head.

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S1 E1 · Two Worlds Collide

While King Charles I is in Edinburgh, John Pym plots a move to limit the king's power.

S1 E2 · A Nation Divided

John Pym tries to pass parliamentary bills limiting the king's power.

S1 E3 · The Final Showdown

Charles I plotted to arrest John Pym - only to play right into his enemy's hands.

Charles I: To Kill a King

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