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Victoria

The Real Francatelli

Actor Ferdinand Kingsley shares the real-life inspiration behind his character, author and chef extraordinaire Charles Francatelli. Learn more about Francatelli's numerous cookbooks and his passion for food and people.

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Entente Cordiale
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53:02
Victoria goes toe to toe with the French king, Louis Philippe.
Warp and Weft / The Sins of the Father
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1:43:57
Discontent is growing in the country; a tragedy in Coburg plunges Albert into torment.
A Soldier's Daughter / The Green-Eyed Monster
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1:44:52
New mother Victoria is eager to return to ruling; Albert befriends Ada Lovelace.
Victoria Season 1
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52:41
On the verge of delivering her first child, Victoria spurns advice.
The Engine of Change
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53:02
With a child on the way, Victoria must choose a regent in case she dies during childbirth.
The Queen’s Husband
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53:01
Victoria gets her way at court and resorts to a folk cure in the bedroom.
An Ordinary Woman
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53:02
Will Victoria and Albert marry? Will the queen promise “to obey” her foreign prince?
The Clockwork Prince
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53:02
Against the queen’s wishes, Albert pays a visit and meets royal disdain.
Brocket Hall
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53:02
As Victoria ponders marriage, her friendship with Lord Melbourne grows more complex.
Doll 123
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1:53:02
As a new queen, the young Victoria struggles to take charge amid plots to manipulate her.
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