Wolf Hallreaches its inevitable conclusion, as Anne Boleyn fails to save herself, while Thomas Cromwell watches her fate, knowing one day it will most likely be his own.
In our penultimate episode of Wolf Hall, Cromwell changes the course of history twice, once when his desire to see Jane Seymour has unexpected consequences, and once when Henry VIII dies.
In this week's episode of Wolf Hall, Thomas Cromwell hooks himself to a rising star, as Katherine of Aragon is deposed and Anne Boleyn ascends the throne.
Last time on Wolf Hall: Our board was set up for the Great Game to play out. We met our major players: Cromwell, whose life up until this point was played out in quick flashbacks. Also taking their places: Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Thomas More, Mary
Welcome to Wolf Hall, and the world of 16th century politics and intrigue. It is the year 1529, and the issue of the first marriage of Herny VIII is coming to a head. As the opening placard tells us, the king is not one inclined to forgive.