Queen Elizabeth I's teenage years will no longer be charted at Starz.
Deadline has revealed the premium cabler has canceled the Alicia von Rittberg series after just one season.
The series launched in the U.S. and Starz territories around the globe in June.
Reviews were decent, but Starz hadn't been forthcoming about viewership statistics, which could signal that the interest was not high enough to sustain the series.
Here's the logline:
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great...
Deadline has revealed the premium cabler has canceled the Alicia von Rittberg series after just one season.
The series launched in the U.S. and Starz territories around the globe in June.
Reviews were decent, but Starz hadn't been forthcoming about viewership statistics, which could signal that the interest was not high enough to sustain the series.
Here's the logline:
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great...
- 11/2/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Will there be any surprises in the first season of the Becoming Elizabeth TV show on Starz? As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Becoming Elizabeth is cancelled or renewed for season two. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the first season episodes of Becoming Elizabeth here. *Status Update Below.
A Starz historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the...
A Starz historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the...
- 10/3/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Starz has aired several historical dramas over the years and most have wrapped up in one season. Will there be more stories left to tell once the first season of Becoming Elizabeth concludes? Will the series be renewed for a second season, wrap up with the first season, or be cancelled without an ending? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII...
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII...
- 10/3/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, following the early life of ‘Elizabeth I’ starring Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, has been canceled by Starz after one season:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 10/3/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The early days of Queen Elizabeth I won't continue to unfold on Starz. The cable channel has cancelled Becoming Elizabeth, so we won't be seeing a second season. The first season of eight episodes finished airing in early August.
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward (Zetterström), take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous...
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward (Zetterström), take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous...
- 10/3/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
[Warning: The following contains Major spoilers for the Becoming Elizabeth Season 1 finale, “To Death We Must Stoop.”] Becoming Elizabeth Season 1 delivered a fresh take on the Tudor era. Where much of that history is romanticized in media and the violence of the time is downplayed, the Starz drama — starring Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth I in her teen years — looks the gruesome reality dead-on to tell the tale of how one of England’s longest-reining monarchs became the cautious, calculating survival expert she was. Much of Season 1 focused on the grooming relationship between Elizabeth and Sir Thomas Seymour (Tom Cullen), uncle to Elizabeth’s younger half-brother, King Edward IV (Oliver Zetterström), and husband to Catherine Parr (Jessica Raine), King Henry VIII’s last wife. Creator Anya Reiss spoke with TV Insider about Becoming Elizabeth Season 1 and the tumultuous finale, saying Elizabeth’s story in this show is “meant to be what makes her cautious.” Here, Reiss breaks down...
- 8/8/2022
- TV Insider
It all comes down to this, Becoming Elizabeth fans.
The season finale of the hit Starz drama airs Sunday, August 7, at 9 p.m. Et.
There are many questions heading into the season finale, which teases a sick king, and fears that one of his sisters could ascend the throne if he dies.
It's a huge turning point for the series and one that will leave fans with many questions ahead of a potential second season.
TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first-look at the episode, and it looks like Mary is on a mission to outmaneuver pretty much everyone.
Mary has been a compelling character, complete with many layers, but she's had a want the entire series to do what's right.
How will a chance encounter send her arc in a very different direction?
"Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned...
The season finale of the hit Starz drama airs Sunday, August 7, at 9 p.m. Et.
There are many questions heading into the season finale, which teases a sick king, and fears that one of his sisters could ascend the throne if he dies.
It's a huge turning point for the series and one that will leave fans with many questions ahead of a potential second season.
TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first-look at the episode, and it looks like Mary is on a mission to outmaneuver pretty much everyone.
Mary has been a compelling character, complete with many layers, but she's had a want the entire series to do what's right.
How will a chance encounter send her arc in a very different direction?
"Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned...
- 8/5/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
[Warning: The following contains Major spoilers for Becoming Elizabeth Season 1 Episode 6.] There are just two episodes left of Becoming Elizabeth, and in the Sunday, July 31, penultimate episode of the Starz show, viewers will get to see the aftermath of the last dramatic and bloody installment. In this TV Insider exclusive video, below, Princess Elizabeth (Alicia von Rittberg) continues to contend with the aftermath of her experiences with the abusive Thomas Seymour (Tom Cullen), this time with former housemate Lady Jane Grey (Game of Thrones‘ Bella Ramsey). The Tudor period drama tracks the teenage Elizabeth in the time directly following the death of King Henry VIII (good riddance). Her younger brother, Edward (Oliver Zetterström), is king, and tensions with her older sister, Mary (Romola Garai), increase by the day. Elizabeth has gone through a rapid, intense learning curve since her father’s death. The time has transformed her from naiveté to having a cold, steely wisdom that was hard won.
- 7/29/2022
- TV Insider
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, following the early life of ‘Elizabeth I’ stars Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, is now airing on Starz:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 7/15/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, circa 1547, follows the early bawdy life of ‘Elizabeth I’, starring Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, now airing on Starz:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 7/6/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Becoming Elizabeth is shaping up to be one of the best shows of the year.
The Starz drama, starring Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth Tudor, airs its fourth episode on Sunday, July 3, at 9:00 p.m.
TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first look at the episode, which picks up in the aftermath of the party.
Elizabeth is alone and amongst strangers, worried about anyone discovering the truth about what happened in Chelsea.
The exclusive clip shows her confused and trying to make sense of all the big changes of late.
Mary (Romola Garai) is on hand to hurl some judgement at her half-sister as more details come to light.
It's a great scene that perfectly encapsulates the fraught relationship between the half-sisters.
"Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court,...
The Starz drama, starring Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth Tudor, airs its fourth episode on Sunday, July 3, at 9:00 p.m.
TV Fanatic scored an exclusive first look at the episode, which picks up in the aftermath of the party.
Elizabeth is alone and amongst strangers, worried about anyone discovering the truth about what happened in Chelsea.
The exclusive clip shows her confused and trying to make sense of all the big changes of late.
Mary (Romola Garai) is on hand to hurl some judgement at her half-sister as more details come to light.
It's a great scene that perfectly encapsulates the fraught relationship between the half-sisters.
"Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court,...
- 6/30/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Vulture Watch
We know the story's ending but will there be any surprises along the way? Has the Becoming Elizabeth TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Starz? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Becoming Elizabeth, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Starz cable channel, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the English throne and became...
We know the story's ending but will there be any surprises along the way? Has the Becoming Elizabeth TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Starz? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of Becoming Elizabeth, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Starz cable channel, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the English throne and became...
- 6/14/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Network: Starz
Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: June 11, 2022 -- present
Series status: Has not been cancelled
Performers include: Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband.
TV show description:
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show was created by Anya Reiss.
The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
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Episodes: Ongoing (hour)
Seasons: Ongoing
TV show dates: June 11, 2022 -- present
Series status: Has not been cancelled
Performers include: Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband.
TV show description:
A historical drama series, the Becoming Elizabeth TV show was created by Anya Reiss.
The story revolves around the younger years of Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), long before she ascended the of England throne and became Queen Elizabeth I. An orphaned teenager, she became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
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- 6/13/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
All hail Elizabeth-the-teen, pre-queen. Just in time for the Jubilee of her namesake Elizabeth II, England’s longest reigning monarch, Starz and creator Anya Reiss (“EastEnders”) gaze back to another, lesser-known micro-slice of Tudor history in “Becoming Elizabeth.” The series asks: what was happening to the wicked smart, red-haired “virgin” queen-to-be in the tumultuous months following the death of her father, Henry VIII, in 1547 — and over a decade after Pops beheaded her unpopular mother Anne Boleyn?
The word orphan doesn’t quite describe the politically fraught and emotionally unstable situation in which the vulnerable 14-year-old (Alicia von Rittberg) finds herself. Of Henry’s three legitimate children, the third in line for the royal scepter enters a game of thrones in earnest with her Anglican younger half-brother Edward (Oliver Zetterstrom) and Catholic older half-sister “Bloody” Mary (Romola Garai).
Meanwhile, Henry’s widowed sixth wife, Catherine Parr (Jessica Raine) maneuvers to take...
The word orphan doesn’t quite describe the politically fraught and emotionally unstable situation in which the vulnerable 14-year-old (Alicia von Rittberg) finds herself. Of Henry’s three legitimate children, the third in line for the royal scepter enters a game of thrones in earnest with her Anglican younger half-brother Edward (Oliver Zetterstrom) and Catholic older half-sister “Bloody” Mary (Romola Garai).
Meanwhile, Henry’s widowed sixth wife, Catherine Parr (Jessica Raine) maneuvers to take...
- 6/12/2022
- by Thelma Adams
- The Wrap
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It’s not that Elizabeth Tudor (Alicia von Rittberg) can’t see the board. “It’s a great game of keep or kill to them all,” she remarks with no small amount of bitterness when she’s sent without say to live with Catherine Parr (Jessica Raine), widow of her father King Henry VIII. At the point we meet her in Starz’s Becoming Elizabeth, however, she’s not yet learned to play the game for herself.
Her evolution from pawn to key player comprises the narrative spine of the series, and it’s no spoiler to acknowledge here that she’ll eventually go on to win the whole thing, ruling over England for nearly half a century. But creator Anya Reiss brings to Elizabeth I’s saga an intimate perspective that prioritizes personal experience over the epic sweep of history. The result...
It’s not that Elizabeth Tudor (Alicia von Rittberg) can’t see the board. “It’s a great game of keep or kill to them all,” she remarks with no small amount of bitterness when she’s sent without say to live with Catherine Parr (Jessica Raine), widow of her father King Henry VIII. At the point we meet her in Starz’s Becoming Elizabeth, however, she’s not yet learned to play the game for herself.
Her evolution from pawn to key player comprises the narrative spine of the series, and it’s no spoiler to acknowledge here that she’ll eventually go on to win the whole thing, ruling over England for nearly half a century. But creator Anya Reiss brings to Elizabeth I’s saga an intimate perspective that prioritizes personal experience over the epic sweep of history. The result...
- 6/12/2022
- by Angie Han
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, following the early life of ‘Elizabeth I’ stars Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, premiering June 12, 2022 on Starz:
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- 6/12/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Few British dynasties have inspired as much material in recent years as that of the Tudors. From Showtime’s aptly named “The Tudors,” to Hilary Mantel’s book/play/series “Wolf Hall,” to the current Broadway musical “Six,” the turbulent reign of Henry VIII and his six equally turbulent marriages have clearly had no shortage of retellings. At this point, those who want to tell a story about this family have to find a new way into its well-trod history.
Anya Reiss’ “Becoming Elizabeth,” premiering June 12 on Starz, aims to solve this problem by picking up at a more unusual point in Henry VIII’s history — more specifically in 1547, mere minutes after his death. In so doing, Reiss gives herself the gift of untangling the uniquely messy matters of succession, self-preservation, and the escalating tensions between Protestants and Catholics. What’s more, the series can give more consideration to Henry...
Anya Reiss’ “Becoming Elizabeth,” premiering June 12 on Starz, aims to solve this problem by picking up at a more unusual point in Henry VIII’s history — more specifically in 1547, mere minutes after his death. In so doing, Reiss gives herself the gift of untangling the uniquely messy matters of succession, self-preservation, and the escalating tensions between Protestants and Catholics. What’s more, the series can give more consideration to Henry...
- 6/10/2022
- by Caroline Framke
- Variety Film + TV
She would eventually become one of England’s greatest monarchs, but first, the teenage Elizabeth Tudor (Alicia von Rittberg) had to survive the medieval court’s political, religious, and sexual intrigue. How she does that is the stuff of Becoming Elizabeth, Starz‘s new luscious drama, which begins in 1547 when the future Queen Elizabeth I is orphaned after the death of her father King Henry VIII (he ordered her mother Anne Boleyn executed when Elizabeth was a toddler). “She’s dropped into this void. It’s incredibly dangerous and scary and yet tempting,” says von Rittberg. “She knows exactly who she is and how to play by the rules but yet she is a young girl who just wants to experience life and make her own decisions and not be influenced by her family.” That’s a tough want, considering her nine-year-old brother Edward (Oliver Zetterström) is soon crowned king.
- 6/10/2022
- TV Insider
Becoming Elizabeth, premiering Sunday, June 12 at 9/8c on Starz, tackles relatively unfamiliar territory.
Set during Elizabeth I’s teenage years, the series explores her tumultuous journey in the immediate aftermath of Henry VIII’s death. Elizabeth’s nine-year-old brother Edward (The Romanoffs’ Oliver Zetterström) takes the throne, setting off a dangerous scramble for power with Henry’s surviving children — Elizabeth (Genius’ Alicia von Rittberg), Mary (Suffragette’s Romola Garai) and Edward— caught in the middle.
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Set during Elizabeth I’s teenage years, the series explores her tumultuous journey in the immediate aftermath of Henry VIII’s death. Elizabeth’s nine-year-old brother Edward (The Romanoffs’ Oliver Zetterström) takes the throne, setting off a dangerous scramble for power with Henry’s surviving children — Elizabeth (Genius’ Alicia von Rittberg), Mary (Suffragette’s Romola Garai) and Edward— caught in the middle.
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- 6/10/2022
- by Keisha Hatchett
- TVLine.com
Is it coincidence or accident that the petulant boy king who succeeds King Henry VIII in 1547 reminds me so much of Game of Thrones’ toxic Joffrey? Probably not. But poor little puppet Edward VI (Oliver Zetterström), whose time on the English throne will sadly be limited — spoiler alert: he dies at 15 — isn’t the focus of Becoming Elizabeth, a handsome and sensuous historical costume drama beginning what we hope is a several-season run on Starz. Center stage belongs to princeling Eddie’s older half-sister Elizabeth (a quietly compelling Alicia von Rittberg), the future legendary queen who’s the odd adolescent out when medieval England falls into political and religious disarray upon Henry’s death. Religious schism continues to roil the land, with young Edward representing his father’s new church and pious eldest sibling Mary (poignant Romola Garai), the daughter of the late Catherine of Aragon, adhering devoutly to her Catholic faith.
- 6/9/2022
- TV Insider
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, following the early life of ‘Elizabeth I’ stars Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, premiering June 12, 2022 on Starz:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 6/1/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Becoming Elizabeth Trailer — Starz‘s Becoming Elizabeth (2022) TV show trailer has been released. The Becoming Elizabeth trailer stars Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, John Heffernan, Tom Cullen, Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath, Jamie Parker, Leo Bill, Bella Ramsey, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband. Crew “Becoming Elizabeth” is created and [...]
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- 5/30/2022
- by Rollo Tomasi
- Film-Book
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, created byAnya Reiss stars Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, premiering June 12, 2022 on Starz:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 4/28/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Becoming Elizabeth finally has a premiere date. The historical drama series was ordered in October 2020 but production was delayed due to the pandemic. Starring Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen, and Olivier Huband, the series follows the early days of Queen Elizabeth I.
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- 4/23/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The new historical drama series “Becoming Elizabeth”, created byAnya Reiss stars Alicia von Rittberg, Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen, Bella Ramsey, Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband, premiering June 12, 2022 on Starz:
"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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"...Becoming Elizabeth’ follows the younger years of ‘Queen Elizabeth I’ as an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown…”
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- 4/22/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The royals are returning to our small screens—but this time, in a different way. On April 21, Starz announced that its upcoming Tudor drama—which tells the untold story of the early life of Queen Elizabeth I—premieres June 12. The series—starring Alicia von Rittberg, Oliver Zetterström and Romola Garai—follows young Elizabeth Tudor (von Rittberg) in the 1500s, "an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court," a show description reads. Continues the summary, "The death of King Henry VIII sees his 9-year-old son Edward (Zetterström) take the throne and sets into motion a...
- 4/21/2022
- E! Online
The untold story of Queen Elizabeth I’s early life is set to be explored in the upcoming series Becoming Elizabeth, premiering Sunday, June 12, on Starz. Created by the award-winning writer Anya Reiss (The Acid Test), Becoming Elizabeth stars Alicia von Rittberg (Fury) as the young Elizabeth Tudor long before her ascension to the throne. The trailer (watch above) for the period drama promises plenty of political machinations, secret romances, and violent battles for supremacy. The series takes place after the death of King Henry VIII, which sees his 9-year-old son Edward (Oliver Zetterström) take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. Elizabeth, Edward, and their sister Mary (Romola Garai) soon find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the forces of Europe who vie for control of the country. Other key figures appearing in the series include King Henry’s widow,...
- 4/21/2022
- TV Insider
Starz will take viewers into the early years of Queen Elizabeth I.
The premium cabler announced today a Sunday, June 12 premiere date for Becoming Elizabeth, its upcoming Tudor drama exploring the fascinating, untold story of the early life of England’s most iconic Queen.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 9:00 Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
Here's the logline:
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe...
The premium cabler announced today a Sunday, June 12 premiere date for Becoming Elizabeth, its upcoming Tudor drama exploring the fascinating, untold story of the early life of England’s most iconic Queen.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 9:00 Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
Here's the logline:
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe...
- 4/21/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“Becoming Elizabeth,” Starz’s Tudor drama about a young royal, has a premiere date.
The new series will debut on Sunday, June 12, the network announced Thursday. It will drop on the Starzapp and on streaming and on-demand at midnight, and air on linear at 9 p.m. Et/Pt
Starz also dropped a trailer for the show, showing Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth, as she struggles to find her place at court, with dangerous influences all around, and threats from her own family.
Here’s the logline for the show: “Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary,...
The new series will debut on Sunday, June 12, the network announced Thursday. It will drop on the Starzapp and on streaming and on-demand at midnight, and air on linear at 9 p.m. Et/Pt
Starz also dropped a trailer for the show, showing Alicia von Rittberg as Elizabeth, as she struggles to find her place at court, with dangerous influences all around, and threats from her own family.
Here’s the logline for the show: “Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg, was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström, take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power when Elizabeth, Edward and their sister Mary,...
- 4/21/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
The untold story of the early life of England’s most iconic Queen has set its release date and issued the trailer and key art.
Starz will bow the drama at midnight on Sunday, June 12 on its app, all streaming and on-demand platforms, and internationally on the StarzPlay premium streaming platform across all territories.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 9 Pm Et/Pt in the US and Canada.
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg (Fury, “Charité,” “Genius”), was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström (The Midnight Gang, “The Romanoffs”) take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power, when Elizabeth, Edward, and their sister, Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
Additional key players include King Henry’s widow, Catherine Parr, played by Jessica Raine, Thomas Seymour, played by Tom Cullen, the new King’s uncle, who quickly marries the widowed Catherine, but soon takes an interest in the teenage Elizabeth and Duke of Somerset, played by John Heffernan (“The Pursuit of Love,” “The Crown”), who loses no time in claiming the position of Lord Protector for himself when the old King dies.
The upcoming drama series also stars Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath (Tulip Fever, RSC’s “Provoked Wife”), Jamie Parker (1917, “Harry Potter and The Cursed Child”), Leo Bill (Rare Beasts, In Fabric), Oliver Zetterström (The Midnight Gang, “The Romanoffs”), Bella Ramsey (“Game of Thrones,” “The Last of Us”), Ekow Quartey (“This Way Up,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Shakespeare’s Globe), Alex Macqueen (“Sally4Ever,” “Peaky Blinders”) and Olivier Huband (“I Hate Suzie,” “A Discovery of Witches”).
Becoming Elizabeth is created and written by playwright and television screenwriter Anya Reiss who also serves as executive producer with The Forge’s George Ormond and George Faber with Lisa Osborne producing.
Watch the trailer below.
Starz will bow the drama at midnight on Sunday, June 12 on its app, all streaming and on-demand platforms, and internationally on the StarzPlay premium streaming platform across all territories.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 9 Pm Et/Pt in the US and Canada.
Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor, played by Alicia von Rittberg (Fury, “Charité,” “Genius”), was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court.
The death of King Henry VIII sees his nine-year-old son Edward, played by Oliver Zetterström (The Midnight Gang, “The Romanoffs”) take the throne and sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power, when Elizabeth, Edward, and their sister, Mary, played by Romola Garai find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
Additional key players include King Henry’s widow, Catherine Parr, played by Jessica Raine, Thomas Seymour, played by Tom Cullen, the new King’s uncle, who quickly marries the widowed Catherine, but soon takes an interest in the teenage Elizabeth and Duke of Somerset, played by John Heffernan (“The Pursuit of Love,” “The Crown”), who loses no time in claiming the position of Lord Protector for himself when the old King dies.
The upcoming drama series also stars Jamie Blackley, Alexandra Gilbreath (Tulip Fever, RSC’s “Provoked Wife”), Jamie Parker (1917, “Harry Potter and The Cursed Child”), Leo Bill (Rare Beasts, In Fabric), Oliver Zetterström (The Midnight Gang, “The Romanoffs”), Bella Ramsey (“Game of Thrones,” “The Last of Us”), Ekow Quartey (“This Way Up,” “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Shakespeare’s Globe), Alex Macqueen (“Sally4Ever,” “Peaky Blinders”) and Olivier Huband (“I Hate Suzie,” “A Discovery of Witches”).
Becoming Elizabeth is created and written by playwright and television screenwriter Anya Reiss who also serves as executive producer with The Forge’s George Ormond and George Faber with Lisa Osborne producing.
Watch the trailer below.
- 4/21/2022
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Peacock has shared the first look at its new upcoming comedy series “Killing It,” streaming this April.
Created by “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” producers Dan Goor and Luke Del Tredici, “Killing It” stars Craig Robinson as Craig, a man who competes in a state-sponsored python hunt in his quest to achieve the American Dream. The series co-stars Stephanie Nogueras as Craig’s ex-wife Camille, Jet Miller as his pre-teen daughter Vanessa and Rell Battle as his younger brother Isaiah. Claudia O’Doherty, Scott Macarthur and Wyatt Walter round out the cast.
“We love all the ambitious, challenging, thematically-rich series that populate the current peak-tv landscape,” said Goor in a statement. “We also love jokes. So, we tried to make a show that could deliver both. We wanted ‘Killing It’ to explore America’s quasi-religious obsession with entrepreneurship and wealth, and we also wanted it to be funny. Really, really funny. Plus, we wanted it to have big snakes.
Created by “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” producers Dan Goor and Luke Del Tredici, “Killing It” stars Craig Robinson as Craig, a man who competes in a state-sponsored python hunt in his quest to achieve the American Dream. The series co-stars Stephanie Nogueras as Craig’s ex-wife Camille, Jet Miller as his pre-teen daughter Vanessa and Rell Battle as his younger brother Isaiah. Claudia O’Doherty, Scott Macarthur and Wyatt Walter round out the cast.
“We love all the ambitious, challenging, thematically-rich series that populate the current peak-tv landscape,” said Goor in a statement. “We also love jokes. So, we tried to make a show that could deliver both. We wanted ‘Killing It’ to explore America’s quasi-religious obsession with entrepreneurship and wealth, and we also wanted it to be funny. Really, really funny. Plus, we wanted it to have big snakes.
- 2/2/2022
- by Wilson Chapman and Sasha Urban
- Variety Film + TV
God save the queen! Starz has released a first look at its new series “Becoming Elizabeth,” with images of Alicia von Rittberg as Queen Elizabeth I and Tom Cullen as Thomas Seymour. The eight-episode drama series chronicles the orphaned Elizabeth Tudor’s teenage years, as she navigates the sexual and political dynamics of the English court on her path to securing the crown.
Starz
The story kicks off after the death of Elizabeth’s father, King Henry VIII. As the daughter of Anne Boleyn, who was executed when she was a baby, Elizabeth’s claim to the throne is hotly contested. She and her half-siblings are pitted against each other and played by their royal family members and other European powers as they vie for control of the country. Although Elizabeth thinks herself mature enough to hold her own, she must learn the rules quickly in order to survive.
Starz
Tom Cullen plays Thomas Seymour,...
Starz
The story kicks off after the death of Elizabeth’s father, King Henry VIII. As the daughter of Anne Boleyn, who was executed when she was a baby, Elizabeth’s claim to the throne is hotly contested. She and her half-siblings are pitted against each other and played by their royal family members and other European powers as they vie for control of the country. Although Elizabeth thinks herself mature enough to hold her own, she must learn the rules quickly in order to survive.
Starz
Tom Cullen plays Thomas Seymour,...
- 2/2/2022
- by Harper Lambert
- The Wrap
Starz has rounded out its cast for Becoming Elizabeth, its eight-episode drama series chronicling the early years of Queen Elizabeth I. Romola Garai (The Hour), Jessica Raine (The Informer), Tom Cullen (Weekend) and Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones) are among 14 cast members joining Alicia Von Rittberg in the Lionsgate-owned Starz series from UK producer The Forge. The series is a co-production of Lionsgate Television and The Forge.
Created by playwright Anya Reiss, Becoming Elizabeth centers on young Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown. The death of King Henry VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
New cast and character descriptions follow below,...
Created by playwright Anya Reiss, Becoming Elizabeth centers on young Elizabeth Tudor (Rittberg), an orphaned teenager who becomes embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court on her journey to secure the crown. The death of King Henry VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who vie for control of the country.
New cast and character descriptions follow below,...
- 5/11/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
12 more join Alicia von Rittberg-led cast, including Tom Cullen as Thomas Seymour
Starz is rounding out the court for its “Becoming Elizabeth” series, about the early years of Queen Elizabeth I, starring Alicia von Rittberg in the title role, revealing Tuesday that 14 actors have joined the drama.
Among the new additions are Romola Garai as Princess Mary, Jessica Raine as Queen Catherine Parr and Tom Cullen as Thomas Seymour.
Per Starz, “Becoming Elizabeth” is the fascinating, untold story of the early life of England’s most iconic Queen. Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who...
Starz is rounding out the court for its “Becoming Elizabeth” series, about the early years of Queen Elizabeth I, starring Alicia von Rittberg in the title role, revealing Tuesday that 14 actors have joined the drama.
Among the new additions are Romola Garai as Princess Mary, Jessica Raine as Queen Catherine Parr and Tom Cullen as Thomas Seymour.
Per Starz, “Becoming Elizabeth” is the fascinating, untold story of the early life of England’s most iconic Queen. Long before she ascended the throne, young Elizabeth Tudor was an orphaned teenager who became embroiled in the political and sexual politics of the English court. The death of King Henry VIII sets into motion a dangerous scramble for power. His surviving children find themselves pawns in a game between the great families of England and the powers of Europe who...
- 5/11/2021
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Starz announced that Romola Garai, Jessica Raine, Tom Cullen and Bella Ramsey are joining the cast of “Becoming Elizabeth.”
The eight-episode series, centered on the early life of Queen Elizabeth, also features the previously announced Alicia von Rittburg as Elizabeth, starring alongside Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Parker, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband.
“Becoming Elizabeth” is created and written by Anya Reiss, who executive produces with George Ormond and George Faber, with Lisa Osborne producing. The series is produced for Starz by Lionsgate Television and The Forge.
Also in today’s TV news roundup:
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Netflix announced that “Lupin Part 2” will premiere on June 11. The series’ five-episode second installment follows Assane in search of a new plan after his quest for revenge against Hubert Pelligrini tears his family apart. Omar Sy stars alongside Hervé Pierre, Nicole Garcia, Clotilde Hesme, Ludivine Sagnier,...
The eight-episode series, centered on the early life of Queen Elizabeth, also features the previously announced Alicia von Rittburg as Elizabeth, starring alongside Oliver Zetterström, John Heffernan, Jamie Parker, Jamie Blackley, Jacob Avery, Alexandra Gilbreath, Leo Bill, Ekow Quartey, Alex Macqueen and Olivier Huband.
“Becoming Elizabeth” is created and written by Anya Reiss, who executive produces with George Ormond and George Faber, with Lisa Osborne producing. The series is produced for Starz by Lionsgate Television and The Forge.
Also in today’s TV news roundup:
Dates
Netflix announced that “Lupin Part 2” will premiere on June 11. The series’ five-episode second installment follows Assane in search of a new plan after his quest for revenge against Hubert Pelligrini tears his family apart. Omar Sy stars alongside Hervé Pierre, Nicole Garcia, Clotilde Hesme, Ludivine Sagnier,...
- 5/11/2021
- by Ethan Shanfeld and Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
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