Drama

Wolf Hall

Wolf Hall, starring Damian Lewis and Mark Rylance, tells the story of Thomas Cromwell, a blacksmith’s son who rises from the ashes and deftly picks his way through King Henry VIII's court. Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, the sequel to Wolf Hall, based on the final novel in Hilary Mantel’s trilogy, airs Sundays, March 23-April 27, 2025, 9/8c, only on MASTERPIECE on PBS.

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

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E3 - 43s

    Anne and Cromwell discuss the public's opinion of them in this scene from Wolf Hall, Episode 3, re-airing Sunday, April 16, 2017, at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Filming on Location: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Filming on Location

    S1 - 2m 32s

    The cast and creators explore the real-life locations of the series, and discuss how they influenced their work. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Who Was Thomas Cromwell?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Who Was Thomas Cromwell?

    S1 - 2m 27s

    Wolf Hall star Mark Rylance explores his character's background, motivation, and mysterious past. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Bonus Scene 2: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bonus Scene 2

    S1 E4 - 3m 20s

    Mary Boleyn makes a hasty retreat in this exclusive bonus scene from Episode 2 of Wolf Hall, as seen on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Bonus Scene 1: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bonus Scene 1

    S1 E4 - 1m 39s

    Anne Boleyn shows her cards in this never-before-seen scene from Episode 4 of Wolf Hall, as seen on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E4 - 30s

    In Episode 4, trouble for Thomas More and Anne Boleyn put Cromwell closer to the king. Wolf Hall, Episode 4 re-airs Sunday, April 23, at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Bonus Scene 3: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bonus Scene 3

    S1 E4 - 1m 55s

    An ill Thomas Cromwell receives an abrasive guest in this bonus scene from Wolf Hall, Episode 4, as seen on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E4 - 1m 9s

    Jane Rochford makes her intentions known in this scene from Episode 4 of Wolf Hall, re-airing Sunday, April 23, 2017, at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Bonus Scene 4: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Bonus Scene 4

    S1 E4 - 2m 26s

    King Henry VIII charms the household in this bonus scene from Episode 4 of Wolf Hall, as seen on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E5 - 30s

    In Episode 5, the game changes as Anne faces uncertainty and Henry grows impatient. Episode 5 of Wolf Hall re-airs Sunday, April 30, 2017 at 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • Costuming: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Costuming

    S1 - 1m 50s

    The Wolf Hall stars and creators on the remarkable, authentically-made costumes of the series. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

  • The King Wants a Son: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The King Wants a Son

    S1 - 1m 37s

    Actor Damian Lewis explores Henry VIII's obsession with giving his kingdom a male heir. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS

Schedule

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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Obedience: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Obedience

    Friday
    Apr 4

    1 Hour

    A secret marriage brings scandal to court, giving Cromwell the chance to bring his adversary Norfolk down for good.
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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Obedience: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Obedience

    Saturday
    Apr 5

    1 Hour

    A secret marriage brings scandal to court, giving Cromwell the chance to bring his adversary Norfolk down for good.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Sunday
    Apr 6

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Sunday
    Apr 6

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Monday
    Apr 7

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Monday
    Apr 7

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Friday
    Apr 11

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Saturday
    Apr 12

    1 Hour

    Rebels in the North demand Cromwell's head and a return to the old Catholic ways; Cromwell withdraws from court and receives unexpected news from across the sea.
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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Sunday
    Apr 13

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.
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    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Sunday
    Apr 13

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Monday
    Apr 14

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Monday
    Apr 14

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Friday
    Apr 18

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.
  • Image
    Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light on Masterpiece: Jenneke: TVSS: Iconic

    Wolf Hall

    Jenneke

    Saturday
    Apr 19

    1 Hour

    The birth of a prince comes at a terrible price and Cromwell must help the king get through it; Cromwell sees a chance to form a new alliance.

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