Drama

Wolf Hall

A historical drama for a modern audience, Wolf Hall, the 2016 Peabody Award and Golden Globe winner for Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television, tells the story of Thomas Cromwell, played by Mark Rylance—a blacksmith’s son who rises from the ashes of personal disaster, and deftly picks his way through King Henry VIII's court, where “man is wolf to man.”

Episode 1

1h 4m

Having failed to secure the annulment of the King Henry’s marriage to Katherine of Aragon, Cardinal Wolsey is stripped of his powers. His hopes of returning to the king’s favor lie with the ever-loyal Thomas Cromwell.

Episodes

  • Episode 1: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1

    S1 E1 - 1h 4m

    Having failed to secure the annulment of the King Henry’s marriage to Katherine of Aragon, Cardinal Wolsey is stripped of his powers. His hopes of returning to the king’s favor lie with the ever-loyal Thomas Cromwell.

  • Episode 2: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2

    S1 E2 - 1h

    Cardinal Wolsey has been forced to move to York. Cromwell remains in London, seeking to return the cardinal to the king’s favor. As Cromwell’s relationship with Henry deepens, there is unexpected news from the north.

  • Episode 3: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 3

    S1 E3 - 1h

    With the cardinal dead, it falls to Cromwell to orchestrate a marriage between the king and Anne Boleyn. The king rewards Cromwell for his loyalty, but he is being closely watched by his enemies.

  • Episode 4: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 4

    S1 E4 - 1h

    Anne gives birth to a baby girl, failing to produce Henry’s longed-for male heir. Cromwell demands the nobility and church swear an oath acknowledging Anne as lawful queen, but will Thomas More agree?

  • Episode 5: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 5

    S1 E5 - 1h

    With Anne pregnant again and away from court, Henry begins to take notice of Jane Seymour. Anne hears of this and threatens Cromwell to make terms with her before her son is born. But has she overplayed her cards?

  • Episode 6: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 6

    S1 E6 - 59m 50s

    Henry’s love for Anne Boleyn has given way to anger and distrust. Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen. Sensing her loss of favor, the queen’s enemies gather.

Extras + Features

  • The World of Wolf Hall: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The World of Wolf Hall

    S1 - 3m

    From the true-to-life locations to the bold stylistic choices, the cast and creators of the new series discuss the anticipated television event. Wolf Hall, starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, and Claire Foy-- re-airs starting Sunday, April 2, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Trailer: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Trailer

    S1 - 1m

    Those who have been made, can be unmade. See a trailer for the lauded series Wolf Hall, starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, and Claire Foy, re-airing Sunday, April 2nd, at 10/9c ET on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • The Cast & Creators on the Series: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Cast & Creators on the Series

    S1 - 4m 59s

    The cast and creators of Wolf Hall discuss the production, locations, and historical context of the lauded series, re-airing starting Sunday, April 2nd, 2017, 20/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Coming in April, 2015: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Coming in April, 2015

    S1 - 30s

    See stars Mark Rylance and Damian Lewis in this sneak peek of Wolf Hall, airing in April, 2015 on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Thomas Cromwell: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Thomas Cromwell

    S1 - 3m

    Learn more about the enigmatic Thomas Cromwell, real-life adviser to King Henry VIII and protagonist of Hilary Mantel's novel Wolf Hall. The critically-acclaimed series re-airs starting Sunday, April 2, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 - 30s

    Based on the best-selling novels by Hilary Mantel, Wolf Hall stars Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, and Claire Foy. The series re-airs Sunday, April 2nd, 2017, at 10pm ET on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E1 - 2m 1s

    Cromwell and Cardinal Wolsey discuss the tricks of the trade in this scene from Wolf Hall, Episode 1. See Episode 1 re-airing on Sunday, April 2, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • The Power Game: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Power Game

    S1 - 1m 55s

    The cast and creators of Wolf Hall explore the constant shifts of power in the series. Wolf Hall Episode 2 re-airs Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 10/9c. #WolfHallPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E2 - 30s

    In Episode 2 of Wolf Hall, Cromwell risks his life and reputation to save Cardinal Wolsey, as the once-trusted religious leader quickly falls from favor. Episode 2 re-airs Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E2 - 1m 4s

    Cromwell struggles to advocate for an unpopular Cardinal Wolsey in this scene from Wolf Hall, Episode 2, re-airs Sunday, April 9, 2017 at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Playing Henry: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Playing Henry

    S1 - 1m 33s

    Wolf Hall star Damian Lewis explores his portrayal of a young, athletic Henry VIII. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c.

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E3 - 29s

    In Episode 3 of Wolf Hall, as Henry VIII and Anne triumph in their battle with Rome, Cromwell finds himself rising to power. Wolf Hall, Episode 3 re-airs Sunday, April 16 at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

Schedule

  • Wolf Hall on Masterpiece: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Friday
    Jan 3

    1 Hour 15 Minutes

    Starring Damian Lewis, Mark Rylance and Claire Foy, this series is a six-part adaptation of Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies." The historical drama follows the story of Thomas Cromwell through his rise in social hierarchy. From his humble beginnings as a blacksmith's son, Cromwell becomes King Henry VIII's chief minister. The episodes chronicle his life as he deals with the power struggles of the Tudor Court and a king who has difficulty producing a male heir.
  • Wolf Hall on Masterpiece: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Saturday
    Jan 4

    1 Hour 07 Minutes

    Starring Damian Lewis, Mark Rylance and Claire Foy, this series is a six-part adaptation of Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies." The historical drama follows the story of Thomas Cromwell through his rise in social hierarchy. From his humble beginnings as a blacksmith's son, Cromwell becomes King Henry VIII's chief minister. The episodes chronicle his life as he deals with the power struggles of the Tudor Court and a king who has difficulty producing a male heir.
  • Wolf Hall on Masterpiece: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Saturday
    Jan 4

    1 Hour 02 Minutes

    Starring Damian Lewis, Mark Rylance and Claire Foy, this series is a six-part adaptation of Hilary Mantel's novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies." The historical drama follows the story of Thomas Cromwell through his rise in social hierarchy. From his humble beginnings as a blacksmith's son, Cromwell becomes King Henry VIII's chief minister. The episodes chronicle his life as he deals with the power struggles of the Tudor Court and a king who has difficulty producing a male heir.

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