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When the King becomes seriously ill, succession suddenly becomes a reality.

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Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.

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Madame du Barry, the Favorite, sees the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections.

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How will the newlywed Marie Antoinette react to Versailles with its ridiculous rules?

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The successes of independent and feminist Marie Antoinette provoke jealousy and rivalry.

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Pregnant Marie Antoinette’s reputation is attacked. Louis demands a full investigation.

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Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.

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Madame du Barry, the Favorite, sees the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections.

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Louis may now be King, but Marie Antoinette is determined to launch her reign as Queen.

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Marie Antoinette’s brother, Joseph, works to save the Franco-Austrian nuptial alliance.

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When the King becomes seriously ill, succession suddenly becomes a reality.

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Louis becomes increasingly confident. Marie Antoinette is enamored by a familiar face.