The Hollow Crown - Season 1 May 2026

: Includes Patrick Stewart (John of Gaunt), David Suchet (Duke of York), Simon Russell Beale (Falstaff), and Benedict Cumberbatch (appearing in Season 2).

Season 1 consists of four feature-length episodes, each covering a specific play: The Hollow Crown - Season 1

If you'd like to explore more about , I can provide: Detailed plot summaries for a specific episode. : Includes Patrick Stewart (John of Gaunt), David

📍 : While based on history, Shakespeare freely distorted facts for artistic and political reasons; the series is a literary interpretation rather than a strict historical documentary. : Simple, rugged, and worn over a "bobble

: Simple, rugged, and worn over a "bobble hat" (padding for helmets), highlighting his identity as a soldier who stole the throne and never felt comfortable in it.

: Continues the reign of Henry IV as his health fails and Prince Hal prepares for the throne.