About this season
XVI century. In France, there is a fierce struggle between Catholics and Huguenots. The reign of the Valois dynasty is nearing its end. Conspiracies, the elimination of rivals, the creation of secret and explicit coalitions are part of the daily life of the royal family and close associates. Love stories are woven into the canvas of palace intrigues that will affect the history of the world.
Episodes (18)
1. Book of Fates
Aired 1 September 1996
2. Saint Bartholomew's Day
Aired 8 September 1996
3. Bloody mass
Aired 15 September 1996
4. Woe to the vanquished
Aired 22 September 1996
5. Heavenly love, earthly love
Aired 29 September 1996
6. Duel
Aired 6 October 1996
7. Executioner's handshake
Aired 13 October 1996
8. Cherry Velvet Cloak
Aired 20 October 1996
9. Royal hounds
Aired 27 October 1996
10. Non-royal happiness
Aired 3 November 1996
11. Sons of a wolf
Aired 10 November 1996
12. Rope-ladder
Aired 17 November 1996
13. Lucky La Moll
Aired 24 November 1996
14. Friday the thirteenth
Aired 1 December 1996
15. Honor of the Valois family
Aired 8 December 1996
16. Vincennes castle
Aired 15 December 1996
17. Spanish boots
Aired 22 December 1996
18. Ash
Aired 29 December 1996