Reign (2013)

Synopsis

Mary, Queen of Scots, faces political and sexual intrigue in the treacherous world of the French court.

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Where to watch

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• Amazon Prime Video
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• Amazon Video
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Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Adelaide Kane as Mary Stuart
• Megan Follows as Catherine de' Medici
• Celina Sinden as Greer
• Torrance Coombs as Sebastian
• Anna Popplewell as Lola
• Craig Parker as Stéphane Narcisse
• Toby Regbo as Francis II of France
• Caitlin Stasey as Kenna
• Rose Williams as Claude of France
• Jonathan Keltz as Leith Bayard

If you liked Reign, try

• Buffy the Vampire Slayer
• Outlander
• The Crown
• The Tudors
• Bridgerton
• The Last Kingdom
• Outlander: Blood of My Blood
• Normal People

BingeNext's take

If you enjoy historical dramas with a strong mix of political maneuvering and personal drama, Reign is a great pick. Following Mary, Queen of Scots as she navigates the dangerous and glamorous French court, the show brings plenty of intrigue and romance to keep you hooked. Adelaide Kane leads a talented cast that brings these complex characters to life across four seasons and 78 episodes, each about 42 minutes long, making it perfect for a longer binge. Fans of shows like The Tudors or Bridgerton will likely appreciate the blend of history and heightened drama here. Watching Reign feels like stepping into a world where power struggles and secret alliances are just as thrilling as the romantic entanglements, making it a solid choice if you want something dramatic but also richly entertaining.