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Wolf Hall
The King Wants a Son
Actor Damian Lewis explores Henry VIII's obsession with giving his kingdom a male heir. Wolf Hall re-airs Sundays, April 2-May 7, 2017, 10/9c on MASTERPIECE on PBS. #WolfHallPBS
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Learn why Henry instructs Cromwell to rid him of his second queen.
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1:00:20
See why Henry begins to take notice of Jane Seymour.
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1:00:35
Follow Cromwell’s actions when Anne gives birth to a girl, not the longed-for male heir.
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1:00:30
See why Cromwell’s enemies keep a close watch on him after Henry’s marriage to Anne.
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1:00:05
Learn why Cromwell remains in London after Wolsey is forced to move to York.
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1:04:45
See how Wolsey’s restoration to the king’s favor lies with the loyal Cromwell.