Wolf Hall (2015)

Synopsis

England in the 1520s is a heartbeat from disaster. If the King dies without a male heir, the country could be destroyed by civil war. Henry VIII wants to annul his marriage of twenty years and marry Anne Boleyn. The Pope and most of Europe oppose him. Into this impasse steps Thomas Cromwell: a wholly original man, a charmer, and a bully, both idealist and opportunist, astute in reading people, and implacable in his ambition. But Henry is volatile: one day tender, one day murderous. Cromwell helps him break the opposition, but what will be the price of his triumph?

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Where to watch

Stream

• PBS
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• Thirteen
• WETA+

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Cast

• Mark Rylance as Thomas Cromwell
• Damian Lewis as Henry VIII
• Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Rafe Sadler
• Joss Porter as Richard Cromwell
• Claire Foy as Anne Boleyn
• Kate Phillips as Jane Seymour
• Richard Dillane as Duke of Suffolk
• Will Keen as Archbishop Cranmer
• Jonathan Pryce as Cardinal Wolsey
• Hannah Steele as Mary Shelton

If you liked Wolf Hall, try

• Agatha Christie's Poirot
• Murdoch Mysteries
• Downton Abbey
• Younger
• Poldark
• Dalziel and Pascoe
• Wallander
• The Musketeers

BingeNext's take

If you’re into intense historical dramas that focus on the power struggles behind the scenes, Wolf Hall is a great pick. Set in 1520s England, it follows Thomas Cromwell as he navigates the dangerous politics surrounding King Henry VIII’s desire to annul his marriage and marry Anne Boleyn. The show feels like stepping into a tense, unpredictable world where every move counts and loyalties shift quickly. The cast, including Mark Rylance and Damian Lewis, brings a lot of depth to their roles, making the characters feel real and complex. With just two seasons and twelve episodes, it’s a manageable watch that pulls you into the drama without dragging. If you like shows that mix political intrigue with personal ambition, and enjoy series like Downton Abbey or Poldark, this one will likely keep you hooked.