Wednesday 26 August, 9:00am - 10:00amon U&Eden

1066: A Year to Conquer England

Name: 3:40pm - Series 1 Episode 3
Start: 2026-08-30T14:40:00Z
End: 2026-08-30T16:00:00Z
Location: PBS America (Freeview)

Series 1 Episode 1

When Edward the Confessor dies without an heir, it triggers a bitter race to succeed him as King of England. Earl Harold is on the spot and takes the crown. However, Duke William believes the throne has been promised to him and decides to invade.

Category: Documentary / War / History / Miniseries
Original air date: 28/02/2017

Cast and crew

Robin DashwoodDirector
Tim DunnDirector
Nicola SeareDirector
Dan SnowHost
Ed StoppardWilliam the Conqueror
Clive RussellHarold Hardrada
Adam JamesHarold Godwinson
Tim PreeceEdward the Confessor
Freya ParkerMatilda
Simon MeacockGyrth

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Upcoming broadcasts

Wednesday 26 August, 10:00amon U&Eden
Series 1 Episode 3
Wednesday 26 August, 1:00pmon U&Eden
Series 1 Episode 2
Wednesday 26 August, 2:00pmon U&Eden
Series 1 Episode 3
Sunday 30 August, 1:00pmon PBS America (Freeview)
Series 1 Episode 1
Sunday 30 August, 2:20pmon PBS America (Freeview)
Series 1 Episode 2
Sunday 30 August, 3:40pmon PBS America (Freeview)
Series 1 Episode 3