BBC Releases First Look at King & Conqueror

The BBC has announced the upcoming historical epic series 'King & Conqueror', set to premiere in 2025 on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. This eight-part drama, created by Michael Robert Johnson and directed by Baltasar Kormákur, explores the pivotal Battle of Hastings in 1066, focusing on the complex relationship between Harold of Wessex, played by James Norton, and William of Normandy, portrayed by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. The series also features Emily Beecham as Edith Swan-neck and Clémence Poésy as Matilda, with a supporting cast that includes Eddie Marsan and Juliet Stevenson. Shot primarily in Iceland, the production aimed to depict the gritty realities of medieval warfare. 'King & Conqueror' promises to delve into the intertwined family dynasties and personal ambitions that led to this historic confrontation, which ultimately shaped the future of Britain. The show is produced in collaboration with various studios, including CBS Studios and Rabbit Track Pictures.