Shakespeare Uncovered — Season 1, Episode 5: Jeremy Irons on the Henrys

Episode synopsis

Jeremy Irons uncovers the extraordinary appeal of Shakespeare's History Plays. He unravels the differences between the real history and the drama that Shakespeare creates.

About Shakespeare Uncovered

Celebrity hosts guide viewers through William Shakespeare's plays in performance. Each episode serves as a primer for newcomers to Shakespeare while serving up enough historical and theatrical insights to enchant lifelong fans.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Joely Richardson on Shakespeare's Women
• E2Ethan Hawke on Macbeth
• E3Derek Jacobi on Richard II
• E4Trevor Nunn on The Tempest
• E6David Tennant on Hamlet