Before William the Conqueror crossed the English Channel in 1066, he had to first secure control of his own duchy. This ...

James Norton and Coster-Waldau will star in a William the Conqueror drama series for CBS Studios. By James Hibberd Writer-at-Large Norton plays Harold, Earl of Wessex, and will executive produce ...

There's one historical artefact that tells us exactly why William the Conqueror thought he should be King of England. It's over 230 feet long and over 900 years old. Its the Bayeux Tapestry.

CBS Studios is bringing “King and Conqueror” to life. The 11th-century period drama series was announced Tuesday and will tell the tale of England’s origins.

James Norton and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau will star as Harold of Wessex and William the Conqueror. By Lauren Hubbard Published: Mar 05, 2024 11:51 AM EST. Save Article. Getty Images.

Historians might disagree on whose side of the story is more accurate, but screenwriters and producers agree that no matter what happened, the 1,000-year-old story will make for great television.

James Norton has revealed he was set on playing William the Conqueror in upcoming Middle Ages drama series “King and Conqueror” but was thwarted by HBO, who had an option on the actor for ...

King William was a hard man, determined to use force to impose his will on the nation he had conquered. He was so successful at it, the Anglo-Saxons became second-class citizens in their own country.