The White Queen
A slow-burning, atmospheric plunge into medieval court intrigue, where ambition and romance simmer beneath constant threat.
Same composer: John Lunn · Tense, dark · about power and betrayal
The White Princess
A tense, brooding plunge into royal intrigue, where uneasy romance and scheming mothers keep every alliance feeling fragile and dangerous.
About British-American historical fiction television series, based on Philippa Gregory's 2013 novel of the same name
Genres drama
Created by Alex Kalymnios, Jamie Payne
Starring Michelle Fairley, Jodie Comer, Joanne Whalley, Suki Waterhouse, Rossy de Palma, Caroline Goodall, Vincent Regan, Essie Davis
Music John Lunn
Length 1 seasons, 8 episodes
Network Starz
Country United States, United Kingdom
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