The Hollow Crown - Season 1 May 2026

: Includes Patrick Stewart (John of Gaunt), David Suchet (Duke of York), Simon Russell Beale (Falstaff), and Benedict Cumberbatch (appearing in Season 2).

: Continues the reign of Henry IV as his health fails and Prince Hal prepares for the throne. The Hollow Crown - Season 1

The first season of is a cinematic adaptation of William Shakespeare’s second history tetralogy, often called the Henriad . It follows the rise and fall of three English kings, exploring the "hollow" nature of royal power and the heavy personal cost of the crown. 🎬 Series Structure : Includes Patrick Stewart (John of Gaunt), David