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Elizabeth (2000–2000) — history on Channel 4
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth ended on May 25, 2000, on Channel 4. The series aired its final episode after a four-part run that started on May 4, 2000. It has not been renewed or announced for a return, and there are no upcoming episodes scheduled.
Elizabeth was a historical documentary series that chronicled the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth I. The show used a mix of tableaux, testimonies from descendants, contemporary documents, actors, and narration by Professor David Starkey to tell the story of her tumultuous 40-year reign. It explored her early life, including her distrust of men shaped by personal and political events, and her efforts to establish a stable rule amidst threats from ambitious courtiers and religious factions.
The series featured David Starkey as the presenter. It was a one-season show with four episodes, each approximately 60 minutes long. As the only cast member listed, Starkey provided narration and insight into Elizabeth's complex history.
Elizabeth episode schedule
4 aired
Aired · 4
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2000 | S1·E4 | Gloriana |
| May 18, 2000 | S1·E3 | Heart of a King |
| May 11, 2000 | S1·E2 | The Virgin Queen |
| May 4, 2000 | S1·E1 | From the Prison the Palace |