King & Conqueror - Season 1 Episode 5

Season 1 Episode 5

The Beast in the Mirror

46m ·★ 7.0 ·IS · IS· BBC One

Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future.

NEXTEp 6: Damage›

Episodes

S01E0124 Aug 2550m

Invitation

Harold of Wessex warns his father, Earl Godwin, of a rival's treachery – but he is ignored.

S01E0225 Aug 2544m

Threatened by those in power in France and England, William and Harold each face grave danger, their families in peril. Refuge in Flanders offers hope for new mother Matilda, while vengeful Lady Emma hounds the Godwins.

S01E0331 Aug 2546m

Brothers

Harold risks returning to Wessex for his wife, while William plots against Henry in France as home truths compromise family ties.

S01E047 Sept 2549m

So Be It

Crowned heads are endangered as Harold fights for his family's rights and William tracks his royal foe.

S01E0514 Sept 2546m

The Beast in the Mirror

Harold and Edith risk their lives to bargain with William but get a guarded reception. Harold's siblings face hardships trying to secure their family's future.

S01E0621 Sept 2546m

Damage

Ambition drives William and Harold to each seek costly alliances, against the advice of their womenfolk, to enhance their chances of winning the crown.

S01E0728 Sept 2542m

Cost of War

Sacrifices have to be made when Harold strikes against a Viking invader, and William seeks a fleet. Edith fears for the future, while Matilda moves to secure hers.