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Episode 7
Episode 7 of 10
Period drama. Clandestine discussions and an unexpected close encounter take their toll on Louis's mental state.
Clandestine discussions and an unexpected close encounter take their toll on Louis's mental state. Back at the palace mistrustful de Montespan questions where Madame Scarron's heart lies, while Queen Marie-Therese appeals to mourning Marchal to return.
The lavish French historical drama continues with intense confrontations and exposed jealousies.
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Thu 17 May 201800:05
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Louis XIV | George Blagden |
| Philippe | Alexander Vlahos |
| Madame de Montespan | Anna Brewster |
| Queen Marie-Thérèse | Elisa Lasowski |
| Bontemps | Stuart Bowman |
| William of Orange | George Webster |
| Fabien Marchal | Tygh Runyan |
| Princess Palatine | Jessica Clark |
| Madame Scarron | Catherine Walker |
| Chevalier | Evan Williams |
| Thomas Beaumont | Mark Rendall |
| Louvois | Joe Sheridan |
| Colbert | Steve Cumyn |
| Sister Hermione | Hannah Arterton |
| Luxembourg | Nathan Willcocks |
| Henriette | Noemie Schmidt |
| Director | Mike Barker |
| Writer | Andrew Bampfield |
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