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Defiance. Determination. Destiny.
The story of Queen Victoria, who came to the throne at a time of great economic turbulence and resurgent republicanism – and died 64 years later the head of the largest empire the world had ever seen, having revitalised the throne’s public image and become “grandmother of Europe”.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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The story of Queen Victoria, who came to the throne at a time of great economic turbulence and resurgent republicanism – and died 64 years later the head of the largest empire the world had ever seen, having revitalised the throne’s public image and become “grandmother of Europe”.
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Episode 1
New mother Victoria is impatient to return to the business of ruling a nation, while Albert attempts to protect her from bad news in Afghanistan.
Directed by Lisa James LarssonWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Anna Wilson-Jones, Catherine Flemming, Jasper Jacob, Peter Forbes, Flora London, Richard Braine, Alexander Owen, Lisa Dudley
Episode 2
Victoria realises that she is pregnant again, and her equilibrium is threatened by Albert's burgeoning friendship with female mathematician Ada Lovelace.
Directed by Lisa James LarssonWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Anna Wilson-Jones, David Oakes, Catherine Flemming, Emerald Fennell, Jo Stone-Fewings, Ashley Zhangazha, David Shaw-Parker, Rufus Sewell
Episode 3
Discontent is growing in the country, and upon hearing the pleas of a silk weaver of Spitalfields, Victoria decides she must help. Against Peel and Albert's advice, she hatches a plan: a fantastic medieval ball at the Palace, where the attendees have to wear costumes made from Spitalfields silk.
Directed by Geoffrey SaxWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Anna Wilson-Jones, David Oakes, Catherine Flemming, Gavin Marshall, Rufus Sewell, Tommy Rodger, Howard Corlett, Jacob Krichefski
Episode 4
The royal court celebrates the birth of the Queen's second child, but Victoria alone is unhappy as she struggles to bond with her newborn son. A crisis compels Albert to return to Coburg, separating the couple for the first time since their wedding. Skerrett makes a disastrous mistake, while Drummond's relationship with Lord Alfred comes under threat.
Directed by Geoffrey SaxWritten by Ottilie WilfordGuest stars David Oakes, Catherine Flemming, Andrew Bicknell, Chiara Goldsmith, Samantha Colley, Erich Redman, Alexander Tol, Hebe Beardsall
Episode 5
The young monarch decides it is time to try her hand at foreign relations, as she and an entourage of servants and fellow royals set sail for France.
Directed by Jim LoachWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Bruno Wolkowitch, Henry Faber, Olivia Popica, Antonia Desplat, Emily Renée, Charles Morgan, David Oakes, Nigel Lindsay
Episode 6
The queen is horrified by news of famine sweeping Ireland, and tries to persuade the government to take action. However, Peel is reluctant to get involved, fearing that sending aid will destabilise his own party. The crisis soon strikes at the heart of the royal household, while a determined Reverend turns up on Victoria's doorstep, demanding help for his parish.
Directed by Jim LoachWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Gráinne Keenan, Martin Compston, John Paul Connolly, Michael Maloney, Giles Taylor, Edward Bennett, Dan Fredenburgh, Colm Gormley
Episode 7
After a series of assassination attempts, the queen is forced to seek sanctuary far from the palace. She and Albert travel to the Scottish Highlands. Travelling incognito gives both the royal couple and their servants a freedom they do not often experience.
Directed by Daniel O'HaraWritten by Ottilie WilfordGuest stars Anne Kidd, Andrew Neil, Scott Jenkinson, Denis Lawson, Murray Fraser, Lewis Mackinnon, Margaret Clunie, David Oakes
Episode 8
Albert resents Lehzen's influence over the queen, and fears she is putting the health of their child at risk. The prince also unwittingly creates problems for Peel, who is facing the most important battle of his political career as he takes a stand against the corn laws, only to find that Albert has played into their enemies' hands. When tragedy strikes, personal and political sacrifices must be made. Last in the series.
Directed by Daniel O'HaraWritten by Daisy GoodwinGuest stars Hallie Woodhall, Philip Rowson, Roger May, Peter Pacey, Robin Soans, Andrew Havill, Grace Link, Paul Gilmore
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Jenna ColemanQueen Victoria
Tom HughesPrince Albert
Nell HudsonNancy Skerrett
Ferdinand KingsleyFrancatelli
Adrian SchillerPenge
Tommy KnightArchibald Brodie
Eve MylesMrs. Jenkins
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PBSUnited States
Mammoth ScreenUnited Kingdom
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