Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
6 episodes
E01
Victory Day
As Elena prepares for Victory Day, a weary Zubak arrives at the Palace – where he learns about the chancellor's strict health precautions.
E02
The Foundling
Concerned about Zubak's growing influence, Nicholas conspires with Laskin, Schiff, and Singer to find ways to sour the corporal in Elena's eyes. With the cobalt deal stalling, Elena welcomes Senator Judith Holt to the palace to negotiate an agreement between their two countries. Later, Agnes deflects Laskin's inquiries about her ailing son's miraculously good health.
E03
The Heroes' Banquet
After sending Zubak to take her place at a cabinet meeting, Elena fields warnings about her new land reform policies and America's growing indifference following Sen. Holt's visit. Later, after throwing a birthday party for her deceased father, Elena orders a controversial military operation...and sends Zubak to the front lines.
E04
Midnight Feast
As Zubak learns the true location of Keplinger, the chancellor's biggest political rival, Elena attempts to do damage control in the wake of a tragic accident. As public sentiment against her continues to grow, Elena and Nicholas make a rare trip outside palace walls to meet with factory workers. Meanwhile, Agnes' loyalty is tested by an offer from an unknown source.
E05
All Ye Faithful
As Christmas approaches – and amid escalating violence – Elena remains determined to not abandon her people, despite being advised to leave the palace. Meanwhile, Schiff, Singer, and Huber imagine a scenario where the increasingly unpredictable chancellor could be removed, and Peter proposes a way for Agnes and her son to get out of the palace to safety...but with a price.
E06
Don't Yet Rejoice
With the palace walls now breached, Elena and Zubak find themselves on the run – and seeking help from an everyday citizen – to evade capture by the rebels. Later, Elena leverages her skills in diplomacy – and duplicity – in a last-ditch effort to stay in power.
Kate Winslet
as Chancellor Elena Vernham
Matthias Schoenaerts
as Herbert Zubak
Guillaume Gallienne
as Nicholas
Danny Webb
as Mr. Laskin
Andrea Riseborough
as Agnes
Henry Goodman
as Mr. Singer
David Bamber
as Mr. Schiff
Rory Keenan
as Peter
Martha Plimpton
as Judith Holt
Stanley Townsend
as Emil Bartos
Hugh Grant
as Edward Keplinger
Jessica Frances Dukes
as Deborah Kaiser
