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Marie Antoinette
The King and Queen's First Child
Marie Antoinette welcomes her first child to Versailles. However, the exciting day is quickly overshadowed by concerns that she has given birth to a daughter.
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When the King becomes seriously ill, succession suddenly becomes a reality.
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54:38
Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.
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56:14
Madame du Barry, the Favorite, sees the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections.
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52:23
How will the newlywed Marie Antoinette react to Versailles with its ridiculous rules?