'Anne Boleyn': 5 things you need to know about the AMC+ period drama
Making a superb period drama is really hard. The makers need to draw a line between what is real and what is fiction so that fans don’t get upset by what they just saw on the screen. There have been many examples in the past where period dramas have done exceedingly well for the networks and given them the opportunity to win various accolades.
In the recent past, shows like ‘Bridgerton’, ‘Downtown Abbey’ and ‘The Crown’ have enthralled viewers with their content and kept them at the edge of their seats. Now that the networks know how curious fans are to know about historical figures, AMC is trying to woo its fans with their latest period drama and hoping to get an extraordinary reception.
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Titled ‘Anne Boleyn’, the show explores the final few months of England’s Queen who ruled the country from 1533 to 1536. The three-part series will also show the struggles she went through to secure a future for her daughter while challenging the bizarre patriarchal system. Boleyn was known for her fierce nature and wanted women to have equal rights as men.
The British series, which aired on Channel 5 earlier this year, will take you on a thrilling journey by giving an account of Boleyn’s final few months and what all she did to make herself immortal in the minds of numerous people, especially women. Here’s everything we know about the AMC+ series.
When does ‘Anne Boleyn’ release and where can you watch it
The three-part psychological thriller will be releasing on AMC+ on Thursday, December 9. The first episode will be airing at 3:01 am EST and the last two episodes will be airing on the streaming series on December 16 and December 23, respectively. Viewers would need to download the AMC+ app to watch the series. You can subscribe to AMC+ directly, via a mobile app store (App Store, Google Play). AMC+ is also available on other streaming services like Apple TV Channels, Amazon Prime Video Channels, Comcast Xfinity, DirecTV, Dish, Roku, and Sling TV.
What is ‘Anne Boleyn’ all about
The official synopsis states: “The final months of Boleyn's life, her struggle with Tudor England's patriarchal society, her desire to secure a future for her daughter, Elizabeth, and the brutal reality of her failure to provide Henry with a male heir.”
Who stars in AMC+’s period drama?
British actress Jodie Turner-Smith plays the role of Anne Boleyn on the show while Mark Stanley portrays the character of King Henry VIII.
Jodie Turner-Smith
Born on September 7, 1986, Smith began her career as a model and went on to become an actress in 2013. She made her acting debut with a cameo role on ‘True Blood’. Her role in the series gave a proper foundation to her career and resulted in numerous minor roles in films and music videos. Smith received her first major acting role in the 2018 Syfy/Netflix series ‘Nightflyers’. Apart from making appearances in films and TV shows, she has also been seen in music videos of ‘Pillowtalk’ and ‘Make Me (Cry)’.
Other actors on the show include Paapa Essiedu as George Boleyn, Barry Ward as Thomas Cromwell, Amanda Burton as Anne Shelton, Lola Petticrew as Jane Seymour, and Anna Brewster as Lady Rochford.
Showrunners
The series has been directed by Lynsey Miller and penned by Eve Hedderwick Turner. Meanwhile, Hannah Farrell, Faye Ward, and Dan Jones serve as producers on the show.
Trailer
The trailer emphasizes the strength of Anne Boleyn and how she wanted to make a difference. The clip also gives us a glimpse of large sets and beautiful 16th-century wardrobes. You can watch the trailer here.