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Episode 3
Episode 3 of 5
Eleanor of Aquitaine must act when her husband’s leadership of the French army is called into question. Stars Rose Basista.
The French army is on the march, but Louis’ leadership is being questioned at every turn.
Eleanor of Aquitaine decides she must act to avert disaster.
Shaun McKenna’s gripping historical drama about one of Europe's most extraordinary women.
Eleanor ….. Rose Basista
Louis ….. Joel MacCormack
Petronilla ….. Elinor Coleman
Geoffrey de Rançon ….. Stewart Campbell
Empress Irene ….. Jane Slavin
Director: Gemma Jenkins
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2021.
Last on
Thu 22 Sep 202202:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra
Broadcasts
- Wed 7 Apr 202110:45BBC Radio 4
- Wed 7 Apr 202119:45BBC Radio 4
- Wed 21 Sep 202214:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 22 Sep 202202:15BBC Radio 4 Extra