Anne Boleyn is a new British three-part psychological thriller miniseries developed for Channel 5. It is written by Eve Hedderwick Turner and directed by Lynsey Miller with historian Dan Jones an executive producer. This period drama chronicles the months leading to the beheading of Queen of England Anne Boleyn, who played a pivotal role in the English Reformation. It’s a tale of diplomacy, betrayal and a whole lot of patriarchy that attempts to resonate with the woman of today.
The drama that is being called ground-breaking for its casting of Queen & Slim star Jodie-Turner Smith portrayed as this titular historical figure (Anne Boleyn), the first ever black woman who will bring the iconic historical figure to life on screen in a new way. Along with Turner-Smith, there are many familiar faces taking on the roles of key figures from the Tudor period.
White House Farm star Mark Stanley stars opposite her, as Henry VIII, the most famous king in British History and Dating Amber’s Lola Petticrew causes complications as Anne’s love rival, Jane Seymour. Gangs of London star Paapa Essiedu plays Anne’s brother George, and Jamael Westman is Jane Seymour’s ambitious brother Edward. Silent Witness star Amanda Burton also joins as stoic Governess, Lady Anne Shelton.
The drama shines a feminist light on the Boleyn’s final months, during which she struggles against the powerful Tudor England’s patriarchal society, for the survival of her young daughter—the future Queen Elizabeth I—as well as this, it showcases her strength and determination in such a challenging time.
After “failing” to provide her husband with a male heir, she must face not only the king’s wrath (and infidelity), but also stake out a path for her family, even if she must die for it. The climax, of course, filled with rage and redemption in equal measures is testament to just how unjust the society can be towards women with ambitions.
Is Anne Boleyn: Season 1 on Amazon Prime?
Amazon prime is not serving ‘Anne Boleyn: Season 1’ but being an Amazon’s subscriber, you’ll always have plenty of great shows and movies to watch like Harlem- Amazon Original Series: Season 1, and the sixth and final season of sci-fi drama The Expanse.
Is Anne Boleyn: Season 1 on HBO Max?
The HBO Max is not streaming ‘Anne Boleyn’. Fortunately, HBO Max is offering a sneak peek at its new releases. This includes the all-new Sex and the City spin-off And Just Like That…, which reunites Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte. Finding Magic Mike will also be released in December, so prepare for a whirlwind of NSFW performances.
Is Anne Boleyn: Season 1 on Hulu?
This psychological thriller is also not available on Hulu. However, you can enjoy Hulu’s original new releases such as Trolls: Trollstopia season 5, Crossing Swords season 2, and Letterkenny season 10.
Is Anne Boleyn: Season 1 on Netflix?
Unfortunately, this brand-new series ‘Anne Boleyn’ is also not the part of Netflix. Among Netflix TV shows this December, you have new seasons of Cobra Kai, Emily in Paris, Queer Eye and The Witcher; the Colton Underwood docuseries Coming Out Colton; the Selling Sunset spinoff Selling Tampa; and the very final episodes of both Money Heist and Lost in Space.
Where to watch Anne Boleyn: Season 1?
Anne Boleyn will debut on AMC+ in the US on Thursday, Dec 9. AMC+ has a 7-day free trial and plans starting from $4.99. The series has already been shown on Channel 5 in the UK. However, paying for the content you like is always recommended. We would also request our readers to avoid streaming any content illegally.