The Serpent Queen
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Overview
Considered an immigrant, common and plain, Catherine de Medici is married into the 16th century French court as an orphaned teenager expected to bring a fortune in dowry and produce many heirs, only to discover that her husband is in love with an older woman, her dowry is unpaid and she’s unable to concieve. Yet, only with her intelligence and determination, she manages to keep her marriage alive and masters the bloodsport that is the monarchy better than anyone else, ruling France for 50 years.
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Justin HaytheFist Air Date:
2022-09-11Episode Runtime:
49mProduction Companies:
Lionsgate Television, 3 Arts EntertainmentGenres:
DramaKeywords:
16th century catherine de' medici court intrigue french history marguerite de valois medici period drama political intrigueMore Show Details
Vote Average: 7.4/10
Vote Count: 141 Votes
Show Popularity: 10.0795
Show Status: Canceled
Show Type: Scripted
Spoken Languages: English
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Season 1
8 Episodes
Air Date: 2022-09-11
Catherine de' Medici marries into the French court as an orphaned teenager and is expected to bring in a fortune in dowry and produce heirs only to discover that her husband is in love with an older woman and that she cannot conceive children.
Season 2
8 Episodes
Air Date: 2024-07-12
In the second season of "The Serpent Queen," Catherine's rule faces power struggles, conflicts, and betrayals as she seeks unity in France. Her grip on power is tested.















