The Pillars of the Earth

Battlefield

S1 • E4

47 min

7.7

William applies to have his father’s title of Earl transferred to him, and discovers a mysterious knight is also a rival for the Earldom. King Stephen, frightened by Jack’s appearance, orders an assassin to kill him. The battle between King Stephen and Maud sees each side’s leader being taken hostage. Philip is tortured into a confession when Waleran tells Maud that he is the man who betrayed Earl Bartholomew.

Genre

Drama

Country

Canada

Release date

August 06, 2010

monk england based on novel or book cathedral kingdom royalty religion miniseries period drama historical political intrigue middle ages (476-1453) roman catholic church british history medieval builder historical drama 12th century