Sumptuous period drama depicting the decadent and turbulent early reign of the Sun King.
Young Louis XIV seeks to stamp his authority on court and country but faces resistance.
Harsh steps must be taken to preserve the royal reputation, and Philippe causes a stir.
A rich African prince suffers a curiously restrained reception.
Seductive young ladies vie to attract the king's eye at court.
Louis prepares for a lavish celebration in the palace gardens.
A protest halts construction at the palace but Louis refuses to let Philippe help.
While Louis has a fever, those conspiring against him grow in strength and confidence.
Louis proposes an audacious alliance with England and an unexpected envoy to negotiate it.
Henriette has a rocky reunion with her brother, Charles II of England.
Sophie stubbornly risks angering Marchal.