Author: Philippa Gregory
Philippa Gregory (born 9 January 1954) is an English historical novelist. Known for vividly reimagining the most dramatic eras of British royal history, Gregory's works chronicle the deadly competitions for power that shaped the fates of iconic figures like Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I. These lavish productions transport viewers back in time to the treacherous worlds of the Tudor court, the War of the Roses, and more. Through the eyes of remarkable women, history comes alive in tales of love, betrayal, loss and triumph. Let Philippa Gregory be your guide to the passions and politics of England's most tumultuous times.
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- DirectorJustin ChadwickStarsNatalie PortmanScarlett JohanssonEric BanaTwo sisters contend for the affection of King Henry VIII.Sweeping 2008 film immerses viewers in the tumultuous world of Tudor court politics, as Anne and Mary Boleyn become pawns in a deadly game of power, romance, and betrayal. This adaptation of Philippa Gregory's acclaimed novel deftly captures the ambition, jealousy, and lust that turned two sisters against each other while vying for the ultimate prize - the heart of a king.
- StarsAnne-Marie DuffSienna GuilloryIan HartFrom teenage princess to accomplished queen, torn between duty and personal longing, the reign of Elizabeth I is exposed in this lavish drama filmed against a backdrop of some of Great Britain's most beautiful houses and landscapes.This 2005 miniseries dramatizes the fascinating later reign of Queen Elizabeth I, based on Gregory's novel The Virgin's Lover. Brilliantly portrayed by Anne-Marie Duff, Elizabeth navigates threats from ruthless foes, her own advisor's betrayals, and pressure to wed, relying on her intellect and strategic prowess to cement her legacy as one of history's most commanding monarchs.
- StarsAneurin BarnardRebecca FergusonAmanda HaleThree different, yet equally relentless women vie for the throne in 15th-century England.Gregory's The Cousins' War novels come alive in this gripping miniseries about three tenacious women vying for the throne during England's War of the Roses. With stunning performances and intricate drama, it brings to light cunning female players who helped orchestrate momentous power shifts behind the scenes of male-dominated events.
- StarsJodie ComerRebecca BensonJacob Collins-LevyBased on the Philippa Gregory book of the same name, the story of Elizabeth of York, the White Queen's daughter, and her marriage to the Lancaster victor, Henry VII.This 2017 follow-up based on Gregory's novel follows Elizabeth of York as she's forced to marry Henry VII, uniting warring dynasties. Full of palace intrigue and complex characters, it continues the story from the women's perspective, highlighting commanding figures who shaped the era's outcome.
- CreatorEmma FrostMatthew GrahamStarsLaura CarmichaelAaron CobhamCharlotte HopeSpanish princess Catherine of Aragon navigates the royal lineage of England with an eye on the throne.Based on Gregory's Catherine of Aragon novels, this series portrays her intelligence and resolve as she transitions from Spanish princess to Henry VIII's first queen in a foreign land. A fresh take on a familiar story, it reveals the sacrifices, strategies, and passions of the woman who stood her ground against the tempestuous King.
- CreatorAnya ReissStarsAlicia von RittbergJohn HeffernanOliver ZetterströmElizabeth Tudor, an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown.This 2022 drama reveals the lesser-known origin story of young Elizabeth I before she assumed the crown, based on the future Virgin Queen's early experiences amid a turbulent shift of powers. It spotlights her resolute spirit and keen intelligence emerging in her chaotic ascent as she navigates complex political waters to claim her destiny.
- StarsFrancesca AnnisLucy GriffithsRupert EvansA reluctant mother, young Ruth Clee's post natal vulnerability and failure to bond with her baby is exploited by Elizabeth, her manipulative mother-in-law in a battle to seize control of the child.Set in modern day, this 2010 miniseries brings Philippa Gregory's psychological page-turner to life. Dark and gripping, it descends into the mind of a new mother suffering postpartum depression and paranoia as her manipulative mother-in-law schemes to gain custody of her child.
- StarsEmma FieldingAnna MasseyWarren ClarkeThe devastating consequences of the slave trade in 18th century Bristol are explored through the powerful but impossible attraction of well-born Frances and her Yoruban slave, Mehuru. Bristol in 1787 is booming, from its stinking docks to its elegant new houses. Josiah Cole (Warren Clarke), a small dockside trader, is prepared to gamble everything to join the big players of the city. But he needs ready cash and a well-connected wife. An arranged marriage to Frances Scott (Emma Fielding) is a mutually convenient solution. Trading her social contacts for Josiah's protection, Frances enters the world of the Bristol merchants and finds her life and fortune dependent on the respectable trade of sugar, rum and slaves. Among the slaves is the educated and charismatic Mehuru (Ariyon Bakare). Lonely in her new life married to a boorish and uneducated husband with whom she has little in common, Frances finds herself increasingly drawn to Mehuru and he to her. But tensions are mounting and Mehuru and the other slaves are prepared to risk everything for their freedom.The author adapted her eye-opening novel into this 1998 miniseries exposing the brutal 18th century slave trade in Bristol. Unflinching and deeply affecting, it provides gripping drama and human perspective to a painful real-world issue involving complex characters on both sides of the social divide.
- DirectorPhilippa LowthorpeStarsNatascha McElhoneJodhi MayJared HarrisBased on the controversial novel by Philippa Gregory, "The Other Boleyn Girl" is a fictionalised account of the life of Lady Mary Boleyn who becomes mistress to England's King Henry VIII, before being ousted by her younger sister, Anne. Mary leaves the Court to marry a commoner, but returns when Anne embarks on a reckless policy to save herself from ruin.This 2003 TV movie presents a lesser-known take on Gregory's famous Boleyn novel, depicting the sisters' fierce rivalry for the throne. It captures the calculating mind games, betrayals, passions, and dangers that made Anne Boleyn a legend in her ruthless pursuit of power.
- StarsPhilippa GregoryKlaudia Lucia WyzykiewiczVicki GloverThe stories of three women at the heart of the Wars of the Roses - the 'White Queen' Elizabeth Woodville and her rivals Margaret Beaufort and Anne Neville, as told by Phillipa GregoryThis fascinating 2013 documentary complements Gregory's acclaimed historical novels, separating fact from fiction by examining the real figures and events from the War of the Roses era that inspired her engrossing tales.