The Hollow Crown (2012)
A prestigious BBC Two anthology bringing Shakespeare's History Plays to life through an extraordinary ensemble of British and international talent.
The Hollow Crown - Series Information
- Original Title: The Hollow Crown
- First Air Year: 2012
- Last Air Year: 2016
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, History
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 7
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: June 30, 2012 (Germany - 12), June 30, 2012 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: BBC Two
- Production Companies: NBCUniversal, Neal Street Productions, Thirteen
- Production Countries: United States of America, United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: The Hollow Crown: The War of the Roses (UK), 嘆きの王冠 ホロウ・クラウン (JP)
The Hollow Crown - Plot
A series of British television films featuring William Shakespeare's History Plays.
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The Hollow Crown - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Anton Lesser
- Simon Russell Beale
- Tom Sturridge
- Sophie Okonedo
- Julie Walters
- Tom Georgeson
- James Laurenson
- Tom Hiddleston
- John Mackay
- Patrick Stewart
Writers
- Ben Power
- Dominic Cooke
- Thea Sharrock
- Rupert Goold
- Richard Eyre
Executive Producers
- Sam Mendes
- Nicola Brown
- Pippa Harris
- David Horn
- Gareth Neame
The Hollow Crown - FAQs
Which Shakespeare plays does The Hollow Crown adapt?
The Hollow Crown adapts six of Shakespeare's History Plays. Season 1 covers Richard II, Henry IV Part 1, Henry IV Part 2, and Henry V. Season 2, subtitled The Wars of the Roses, adapts Henry VI Parts 1 and 2 (condensed) and Richard III across three feature-length films.
Where can you stream The Hollow Crown?
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Who are the main actors in The Hollow Crown?
The series features a celebrated ensemble including Tom Hiddleston as Prince Hal, Jeremy Irons as Henry IV, Patrick Stewart as John of Gaunt, Simon Russell Beale as Falstaff, Sophie Okonedo as Margaret, Tom Sturridge as Henry VI, Julie Walters as Mistress Quickly, and Anton Lesser as Exeter.
How many seasons and episodes does The Hollow Crown have?
The Hollow Crown consists of 2 seasons and 7 episodes in total. Season 1 contains 4 episodes covering Richard II through Henry V, while Season 2, The Wars of the Roses, comprises 3 episodes dramatising the Henry VI plays and Richard III.
When did The Hollow Crown first air?
The Hollow Crown first aired on June 30, 2012, on BBC Two in the United Kingdom. The second season, The Wars of the Roses, followed in 2016. The series concluded that same year, having run across four years of acclaimed Shakespearean television.
Did The Hollow Crown win any awards?
Yes. The Hollow Crown received widespread critical acclaim and earned multiple BAFTA nominations. Tom Hiddleston's portrayal of Prince Hal and Henry V drew particular praise. The series was recognised for its production design, direction, and the quality of its ensemble performances across both seasons.
Is The Hollow Crown suitable for all audiences?
The Hollow Crown is a mature period drama containing scenes of battle violence, political intrigue, and Shakespearean themes of power and mortality. While no official US content rating is listed, it is broadly comparable to a TV-14 or TV-MA designation and is best suited to older teens and adults.
Who directed and produced The Hollow Crown?
The series was directed by Rupert Goold, Thea Sharrock, Richard Eyre, and Dominic Cooke across its two seasons. Executive producers included acclaimed filmmaker Sam Mendes alongside Pippa Harris, Nicola Brown, David Horn, and Gareth Neame, with Neal Street Productions handling production.
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