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The White Queen

The White Queen

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The White Queen

2013- 2013

1 Seasons

10 Episodes

7.3(370 votes)

Ended

Drama

War & Politics

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.

Where to Watch

Stream

Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels

Links & Resources

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Social & External

Production Companies

Playground Entertainment

Company Pictures

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

10 featured cast members

Starring

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

Creative team

Showrunner: Colin Callender
Emma Frost
Produced by: Gina Cronk

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