By History’s most defining clash is coming to the screen in spectacular fashion with King & Conqueror, an epic historical drama now set to premiere April 11 on Paramount+.
Set in 11th-century Europe, the series chronicles the intense rivalry between Harold Godwinson, played by James Norton, and William the Conqueror, portrayed by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. Once allies, the two men are driven apart by ambition, circumstance, and destiny – setting the stage for the legendary Battle of Hastings, where the fate of England hangs in the balance.
Created and written by Michael Robert Johnson and directed by Baltasar Kormakur, the series blends political intrigue with sweeping battlefield drama. It explores not only the war itself, but the decades of tension, alliances, and betrayals that led to one of history’s most pivotal moments.
The ensemble cast includes Jean-Marc Barr, Elliott Cowan, and Bjarne Henriksen, among others.
King & Conqueror promises a sweeping saga of power, legacy, and war — a story that reshaped a nation and echoed across a millennium.
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