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Cecil exposes the most infamous terrorist threat in British history, the Gunpowder Plot.
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Robert Cecil battles for his spy network and the power to choose the next King of England.
Episode 1
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53:59
William Cecil, Elizabeth I’s spy master, discovers a conspiracy to assassinate the Queen.
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Cecil exposes the most infamous terrorist threat in British history, the Gunpowder Plot.
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Uncover the secret state that helped keep Queen Elizabeth in power for over 40 years.
Episode 2 Preview
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Robert Cecil battles for his spy network and the power to choose the next King of England.
Gerard Hides from the King and Cecil’s Men
2:58
Gerard hides from the King and Cecil’s men at Eliza Vaux’s home.
Cecil's Men Capture Charles Bailly
2:04
Cecil’s men capture a Catholic courier.
Cecil Makes a Breakthrough
1:04
Cecil uncovers the true of identity of Forty.
Mary Queen of Scots is Executed
2:34
Mary Queen of Scots is executed.
William and Robert Cecil
2:01
Introduction to William and Robert Cecil and their home.
Elizabeth Spends Her Life in Little Rooms
1:18
Elizabeth has spent all her life in little rooms.
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