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Marie Antoinette
Succession to the Throne
Following the King's death, Marie Antoinette asks Louis to banish Madame du Barry from Versailles. Louis XVI is crowned King and Marie Antoinette begins her reign as the Queen of France.
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50:43
Louis becomes increasingly confident. Marie Antoinette is enamored by a familiar face.
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47:55
Pregnant Marie Antoinette’s reputation is attacked. Louis demands a full investigation.
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51:40
Marie Antoinette’s brother, Joseph, works to save the Franco-Austrian nuptial alliance.
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52:43
Louis may now be King, but Marie Antoinette is determined to launch her reign as Queen.
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50:44
When the King becomes seriously ill, succession suddenly becomes a reality.
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54:38
Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.
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56:14
Madame du Barry, the Favorite, sees the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections.
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52:23
How will the newlywed Marie Antoinette react to Versailles with its ridiculous rules?