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The Hollow Crown

2012 – 2013 · 45m per ep · 12 · English · United States of America

A series of British television films featuring William Shakespeare's History Plays.

7.4(125 reviews)

8.3424% popularity

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Details

First air date: Jun 30, 2012
Last air date: May 21, 2016
Status: Ended
Seasons: 2
Episodes: 7
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United States of America, United Kingdom
Network / platform: BBC Two
Creator / showrunner: —
Certification: 12
Production companies: NBCUniversal, Neal Street Productions, Thirteen

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Keywords

period drama

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2012 · 4 episodes

Starting in the year 1399, this continuous story of monarchy follows events during sixteen years of dynastic and political power play. Kings, with their families and followers, are threatened by rebellion and conflict.

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Reviews & ratings

7.4

125 community reviews

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Alex Rivera6.4/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
52 found helpful
JK
Jordan Kim7.4/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
44 found helpful
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Sam Patel8.4/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
36 found helpful
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Morgan Lee6.4/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
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Casey Wong7.4/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
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