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A historical drama for a modern audience, Wolf Hall, the 2016 Peabody Award and Golden Globe winner for Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television, tells the story of Thomas Cromwell, played by Mark Rylance—a blacksmith’s son who rises from the ashes of personal disaster, and deftly picks his way through King Henry VIII's court, where “man is wolf to man.”

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Jane Seymour with a veil over her hair

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 6

King Henry VIII has decided he wants to marry Jane Seymour, but first his trusted advisor must dethrone Anne Boleyn.

Cromwell stands outside tents with Rafe and Richard Cromwell

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 5

Henry wants to be free of Anne Boleyn in favor of Jane Seymour, and charges Cromwell to enact the change. A terrifying accident…

Thomas Crowmell stands holding a large book

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 4

Cromwell solidifies the king's position as head of the church in England and his marriage to Anne Boleyn while dealing with…

King Henry VIII looks at Thomas Cromwell in front of him

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 3

Cromwell has made himself a valued agent of both King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and sets about clearing the way for their marriage…

Thomas Cromwell stands next to a seated Cardinal Wolsey, who looks out a window

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 2

Thomas Cromwell refuses to abandon Cardinal Wolsey despite his fall from grace. His persistence in pressing the cardinal's case and…

Thomas Cromwell marches away from ladies sitting together

'Wolf Hall' Recap: Episode 1

Thomas Cromwell is a close aide to the powerful Cardinal Wolsey and refuses to leave him when he loses favor with King Henry for…