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The White Queen

The White Queen

20137.31 Season10 EpisodesEnded

Overview

Set against the backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, the series is the story of the women caught up in the protracted conflict for the throne of England.

Created by Colin Callender
Written by Philippa Gregory
Produced by Gina Cronk
NetworksBBC One

Top Cast

Rebecca Ferguson

Rebecca Ferguson

Elizabeth Woodville

Max Irons

Max Irons

Edward IV of England

Amanda Hale

Amanda Hale

Margaret Beaufort

Janet McTeer

Janet McTeer

Jacquetta of Luxembourg

James Frain

James Frain

Richard Neville

Tom McKay

Tom McKay

Jasper Tudor

Faye Marsay

Faye Marsay

Anne Neville

Juliet Aubrey

Juliet Aubrey

Anne Beauchamp

Aneurin Barnard

Aneurin Barnard

Richard III of England

Caroline Goodall

Caroline Goodall

Cecily Neville

Themes & Keywords

englandqueenmonarchyroyal familyminiseriespalace intriguehistorical dramawar of the roses15th centurysecret wedding

About The White Queen

The White Queen is a drama series that first aired in 2013 exploring themes of england, queen, monarchy, royal family, miniseries, palace intrigue. Created by Colin Callender, it stars Rebecca Ferguson, Max Irons, Amanda Hale. Set against the backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, the series is the story of the women caught up in the protracted conflict for the throne of England.

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