The Romanovs — Season 1, Episode 4: Thirst For Power
War & Politics, Documentary • 60 min • 1 season, 8 episodes • ★ 6.7/10
Episode synopsis
Although he had tremendous foresight in his attempts to modernize Russia and enact effective foreign policies, Peter neglected to name an heir before his death in 1725. This ushers in the start of episode 4, which details the chaos that ensued amongst those with a thirst for power.
About The Romanovs
An elegantly produced documentary divided into eight parts and running nearly seven hours in length, The Romanovs beautifully encapsulates the epic story of the Russian Dynasty over the course of over three hundred years.