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Victoria

The Real Francatelli

Actor Ferdinand Kingsley shares the real-life inspiration behind his character, author and chef extraordinaire Charles Francatelli. Learn more about Francatelli's numerous cookbooks and his passion for food and people.

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Victoria Season 3
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52:42
The world’s eyes are on the Great Exhibition, and the Royal couple.
A Public Inconvenience
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53:02
Victoria must fight against her better judgment to decide where to place her allegiance.
A Coburg Quartet
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53:02
A ball could not come at a worse time as private Royal family pictures are made public.
A Show Of Unity
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53:02
The Royal household visits the Palmerston estate in Ireland.
Foreign Bodies
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53:02
As Albert leaves for Cambridge, Victoria faces the impact of a cholera epidemic in London.
Et In Arcadia
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53:02
Albert relishes family time away from London, but Victoria wants to get to the Palace.
London Bridge is Falling Down
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53:02
Victoria must decide whether to fight the Chartists or allow them to give their petition.
Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Crown
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53:01
Revolution sweeps across Europe and pressure builds on Victoria with new arrivals.
Comfort and Joy
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1:22:40
Christmas brings new threats, surprise visitors, and romantic tension to the palace.
The Luxury of Conscience
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51:45
Tragedy strikes; Victoria and Albert confront the cost of standing by their convictions.
The King Over the Water
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53:02
Escaping to Scotland, Victoria and Albert revel in the chance to be a normal couple.
Faith, Hope & Charity
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53:02
Learning of the Irish famine, the queen wants to help but meets surprising opposition.
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