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Stéphane Narcisse is a fictional character portrayed by Craig Parker in the TV series Reign.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The Plague (season 2), they were 43 years old.
They appear in 56 episodes out of a total of 78 aired and have accumulated 10636 positive votes.
The character of Stéphane Narcisse is mainly associated with Catherine de' Medici, Lola and Claude de Valois.

Stéphane Narcisse

by Craig Parker

character

Episodes56

  • 7.8
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    The Plague
    episode S2.E1 october 2014
    As Francis leaves Court to find Lola and his child, he must try and avoid the plague, back at Court Mary and Catherine must keep safe from the plague while the nobles and servants are getting sicker and sicker.
  • 7.7
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    Drawn and Quartered
    episode S2.E2 october 2014
    In the aftermath of the plague, a powerful lord (Craig Parker) discovers that Mary was responsible for the death of his son and demands vengeance, testing the loyalties of Mary, Francis and Catherine. Francis returns to the castle with Lola and their newborn son, creating tension with Mary. Greer is torn by her loyalty to her fiancé, Lord Castleroy, who blames Leith for his daughter's demise. Meanwhile, Kenna urges Bash to be formally recognized in his new role.
  • 7.7
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    Coronation
    episode S2.E3 october 2014
    With France in a state of famine, as well as religious and political unrest, Mary looks for a way to feed the people, risking the wrath of a vengeful Lord Narcisse (Craig Parker). Francis is preoccupied by the harrowing suspicion that his dead father's spirit can possess the living and is haunting Francis as revenge for his murder. As Catherine makes excessive and lavish preparations for a coronation ceremony to give the impression of stability to the realm, Bash confronts the reality of a country plagued by fear, bankruptcy, and murder.
  • 7.7
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    The Lamb and the Slaughter
    episode S2.E4 october 2014
    As Francis and Lola start the preparations for their son's christening, Mary and Lola make a scheme to help Estelle from Lord Narcisse. Mary gets shocking news that will change her life and Greer tries to tell Castleroy how she feels.
  • 7.3
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    Blood for Blood
    episode S2.E5 october 2014
    Tensions between Protestants and Catholics escalate when bloodshed at a Protestant service causes an already concerned Mary and Francis to intervene on the eve of Greer's wedding. Bash and Leith lead a search for the guilty that reveals a surprising secret about Castleroy that could destroy his union with Greer. Meanwhile, Francis receives an unwelcome gift from his dead father. Kenna discovers a sex journal, with clues leading to the best lover at court, who just might be a match for Lola.
  • 7.8
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    Three Queens
    episode S2.E6 november 2014
    Mary and Catherine leave for a town when their carriage is overrun and they leave for safety, but they are far from that. Lola and Narcisse become closer and Mary and Francis are still having some problems.
  • 7.5
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    The Prince of the Blood
    episode S2.E7 november 2014
    Young, reckless and provocative Princess Claude makes a surprise visit home, torturing her already haunted mother, Catherine. Francis is pressured by Narcisse to act against his conscience or risk his throne and his wife. Mary finds a new ally in Condé. Francis confides in Bash and hatches a plot that involves an uncertain Lola. Kenna mistakes Claude for a newfound friend, while Greer returns earlier than expected from her wedding tour.
  • 7.5
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    Terror of the Faithful
    episode S2.E8 november 2014
    The tensions between the Protestants and Catholics increases because of the edict Lord Narcisse blackmailed Francis into signing. Mary and Francis' relationship hits a wall due to the secrets he is keeping. Queen Catherine is still dealing with ghosts from her past while trying to deal with her daughter, Princess Claude.
  • 8.2
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    Acts of War
    episode S2.E9 december 2014
    While Francis and Bash are out trying to find Montgomery the Protestants are becoming more and more restless. Mary is alone at the castle and Protestant men storm it, leaving Mary in distress. Castleroy doesn't realise what he has been funding while he thought it was schools.
  • 7.9
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    Mercy
    episode S2.E10 december 2014
    Mary and Conde set off to find who attacked Mary. Narcisse becomes Francis' puppet. Someone poisons Claude, and has Catherine gone mad? Could Mary and Francis return to normal after what happened? Mary finds Conde's letter, and is surprised by what she reads. Conde's brother pays him a visit.
  • 7.5
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    Getaway
    episode S2.E11 january 2015
    Bash and Francis figure out who is really behind the branding, and plot to stop the bloodshed. Mary and Greer help Prince Conde escape questions from the cardinal and end up at Conde's brothers palace, during a scandalous party. Kenna tries to help the princess Claude from Katherine, who is mad and hallucinating that she must avenge her long dead twin daughters.
  • 7.5
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    Banished
    episode S2.E12 january 2015
    Bash uncovers the truth about the death of the twins - vengeance and justice consume Catherine's haunted past. The hunt to uncover the Protestant radicals reveals ties far too close to court. Desisions to protect the crown - changes the lives of the Queens' Ladies.
  • 7.3
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    Sins of the Past
    episode S2.E13 february 2015
    As the castle prepares for the Winter's Ease Feast, King Antoine of Navarre reveals to Francis and Mary England's plan for revenge against France. Bash learns that an "undead" man has been seen in the village and his efforts to track the man down lead him to a mysterious woman in white. Meanwhile, Catherine finds out the cause of her hallucinations.
  • 7.4
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    The End of Mourning
    episode S2.E14 february 2015
    As Mary and Francis investigate who was behind the poisoning of King Henry (Alan Van Sprang), they unearth secrets of the past which force Mary to confront her feelings for Conde as she attempts to move forward. Catherine finds herself in the middle of a romantic triangle when the Duke of Guise (guest star Gil Darnell) returns, which forces Narcisse (Craig Parker) to commit a hideous act out of desperation. Meanwhile, Greer (Celina Sinden) finds herself in a situation she never fathomed in order to survive.
  • 7.4
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    Forbidden
    episode S2.E15 february 2015
    Mary's mother returns to advise Mary that her throne is in jeopardy. Mary makes a shocking proposition to Conde, along with a bold move to reclaim her throne. Francis moves closer to Lola after a setback with Mary, while King Antoine makes Kenna an interesting offer.
  • 7.3
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    Tasting Revenge
    episode S2.E16 march 2015
    When King Antoine threatens to tell Francis of Mary and Conde's evolving relationship, Francis makes a shocking move. Bash and Kenna's marriage is beyond repair after he learns of her scheming, while Leith discovers Greer's unsavory new career path.
  • 7.4
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    Tempting Fate
    episode S2.E17 march 2015
    Mary and Condé continue to make arrangements to go to Scotland, while Condé continues to meet with Elizabeth's envoy. Catherine becomes suspicious of the relationship between Mary and Condé. Leith offers to try and help Greer.
  • 7.4
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    Reversal of Fortune
    episode S2.E18 april 2015
    As Bash is being healed by the white witch, an old enemy shows up. Francis is on the edge of death and Mary must help Scotland from being under attack. Mary must make a decision to stay with Francis or go to Scotland with Conde.
  • 7.1
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    Abandoned
    episode S2.E19 april 2015
    Mary, with the threat of England looming, aligns herself with France and thus, the ailing Francis. Conde makes a bold move that would tie him to England. With all of the turmoil, Catherine and Narcisse work to win favor in court. Meanwhile, Kenna gets closer to General Renaude as Bash becomes increasingly distant.
  • 7.2
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    Fugitive
    episode S2.E20 april 2015
    Mary goes to extremes to halt Francis from his quest to catch Conde at any cost. Catherine, jealous of Narcisse's relationship with Lola, asks him to do something unforgivable to prove himself, Kenna crosses a line with General Renaude and Greer makes a choice that might end her relationship with Leith.
  • 7.7
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    The Siege
    episode S2.E21 may 2015
    After an attack on the castle everybody is very scared; Conde finds news out about Mary; Catherine is determined to hurt Narcisse; Bash brings Delphine to the castle but what does she have up her sleeve?
  • 8.2
    /10

    Burn
    episode S2.E22 may 2015
    As Francis thinks Mary is turning against France, she risks everything in order to take Conde down; Catherine meets with Queen Elizabeth and has a proposition for her; Kenna's secret will seal the fate of her relationship with Bash.
  • 7.5
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    Three Queens, Two Tigers
    episode S3.E1 october 2015
    In England, Elizabeth is now being counseled by Catherine de Medici, together they seek Mary's downfall. In France, Francis must deal with his declining health.
  • 7.6
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    Betrothed
    episode S3.E2 october 2015
    As Francis' condition worsens he has plans for Mary's future and the next King of France.
  • 7.9
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    Extreme Measures
    episode S3.E3 october 2015
    When King Antoine makes an unexpected return. Mary and Francis turn to an unlikely ally to help hide Francis' condition and secure his family's future.
  • 8
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    The Price
    episode S3.E4 november 2015
    After Mary receives an urgent message from her ailing mother about the dire situation in Scotland, she finds herself looking to Francis for aid. Catherine finds herself up against Narcisse as she fights to become the regent to Charles. Meanwhile, Elizabeth faces continued pressure to wed.
  • 8.1
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    In a Clearing
    episode S3.E5 november 2015
    As the king Francis returns to life, Nostradamus is back with a new prophecy about his death. Meanwhile the English ambassador is offering Mary a chance at peace by signing away her claim to the English throne.
  • 7.3
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    Fight or Flight
    episode S3.E6 november 2015
    As everyone tries to come to terms with Francis' death, new struggles arise for both Mary and queen Catherine for her to be voted regent. New relationships are born and some are starting to tare.
  • 7.5
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    The Hound and the Hare
    episode S3.E7 december 2015
    When Prince Don Carlos of Spain visits France, Mary uncovers a dark secret he is hiding and enlists in Catherine to advise her on how to handle. When Gideon, the new ambassador from English court arrives, suspicions arise about what his true intentions are, while Bash's pursuit of the mysterious killer comes to a head at Greer's tavern.
  • 7.7
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    Our Undoing
    episode S3.E8 january 2016
    As Mary and Catherine deal with the aftermath of Prince Don Carlos' accident, Mary realizes that she will have to marry for the good of her country and not follow her heart. When Catherine is accused of poisoning Francis, Lola is shocked when Mary thinks Narcisse framed Catherine in order to become Regent of France.
  • 7.5
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    Wedlock
    episode S3.E9 january 2016
    Claude is forced to marry someone selected by Narcisse. Meanwhile, a surprising discovery is made by Elizabeth, and it could alter her reign; and Mary asks Gideon to help her confirm her suspicions about Prince Don Carlos.
  • 7.8
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    Bruises That Lie
    episode S3.E10 january 2016
    As she works to form political alliances, Mary tries to resist falling for Gideon; Catherine and Narcisse continue to battle for power over the Regency; Claude endures the fight of her life on her wedding night.
  • 7.3
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    Succession
    episode S3.E11 april 2016
    Charles' coronation gets closer as Mary discovers who poisoned Elizabeth and Catherine becomes a different kind of victim of the castle's killer.
  • 7.5
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    No Way Out
    episode S3.E12 may 2016
    Mary might have to sacrifice her cousin's life to save her own, as she and Gideon find themselves in uncharted emotional territory. Catherine's past returns to haunt her, while Lola and Elizabeth become unlikely allies.
  • 7.4
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    Strange Bedfellows
    episode S3.E13 may 2016
    Mary (Adelaide Kane), in order to protect Elizabeth (Rachel Skarsten), unknowingly puts Gideon's (Ben Geurens) life in danger. To save him, Mary turns to another Englishman for help - Robert Dudley (Charlie Carrick). Meanwhile, Bash (Torrance Coombs) is determined to track down the men behind the threats to Catherine (Megan Follows). Anna Popplewell, Craig Parker, Rose Williams, Celina Sinden and Jonathan Keltz also star.
  • 7.6
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    To the Death
    episode S3.E14 may 2016
    Mary realizes her need to return to Scotland is becoming increasingly imminent and that along with the help of Bash, she must raise her own army to save her throne. Elizabeth enlists Lola's help to find out information about her mother, which backfires when Lola gets caught.
  • 8.1
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    Safe Passage
    episode S3.E15 may 2016
    Lola tells Mary she may have a chance to get to Scotland. A murder takes place and Catherine is framed for it. Mary must decide if she should help Catherine or leave for Scotland. If Mary helps Catherine it could eliminate the possibility of safe passage to Scotland.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Clans
    episode S3.E16 june 2016
    When Mary returns to Scotland, she must keep her royal identity a secret as her country has taken a turn for the worse. Bash is kidnapped by druids. Elizabeth once again jeopardizes Lola's plans to leave England.
  • 8.1
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    Intruders
    episode S3.E17 june 2016
    Mary and Bash race against time to stop anyone taking the Scottish throne. Catherine must help Charles.
  • 8.2
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    Spiders in a Jar
    episode S3.E18 june 2016
    Charles escapes the Red Knights, at the cost of an old friend. Mary returns home, but not everyone is happy. Narcisse's attempt to rescue Lola takes a twist when she chooses to carry out a risky mission.
  • 7.6
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    With Friends Like These
    episode S4.E1 february 2017
    Queen Mary, unsure who to trust, tests her brother James to ensure his loyalty after hearing of his meeting with John Knox. Queen Elizabeth agrees to help Lord Darnley, in an attempt to sabotage the powerful suitor's relationship with Mary.
  • 7.6
    /10

    A Grain of Deception
    episode S4.E2 february 2017
    Mary discovers there is a leak within her inner circle and sets out to uncover the traitor. Queen Catherine goes to extremes to regain some of her lost power, while Queen Elizabeth attempts to use Narcisse to further her quest for supremacy.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Leaps of Faith
    episode S4.E3 february 2017
    Mary must choose between love and country, while Gideon attempts to show her why she should choose love. French court is in chaos as Catherine's daughter Leeza returns home, directing her animosity towards her sister Claude. Catherine struggles to cover for Charles as his behavior becomes increasingly erratic.
  • 7.7
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    Playing with Fire
    episode S4.E4 march 2017
    When Lord Darnley surprises Mary with a visit in Scotland, Mary sees a glimmer of a union that could be more than just political. Elizabeth fights to gain allies in her favor and Catherine must work to get Claude back on track by finding her a new husband.
  • 7.6
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    Highland Games
    episode S4.E5 march 2017
    In order to get Mary (Adelaide Kane) to agree to a marriage, Lord Darnley (Will Kemp) must demonstrate his loyalty when she voices her concerns about his true intentions. Catherine (Megan Follows) and Narcisse (Craig Parker) work to repair King Charles' (Spencer MacPherson) reputation after rumors spread about his strange behavior and threaten the throne.
  • 7.6
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    Love & Death
    episode S4.E6 march 2017
    Mary (Adelaide Kane) must deal with the political repercussions of a potential marriage to Lord Darnley (Will Kemp) and King Charles (Spencer MacPherson) disappears, leaving Catherine (Megan Follows) to pick up the pieces. Elizabeth (Rachel Skarsten) comes to Gideon's (Ben Geurens) aid, while Claude (Rose Williams) receives an interesting proposition. Craig Parker, Dan Jeannotte, Jonathan Goad and Celina Sinden star.
  • 7.5
    /10

    Hanging Swords
    episode S4.E7 march 2017
    When Darnley (Will Kemp) gets a surprise visitor, his marriage to Mary (Adelaide Kane) hangs in the balance. Elizabeth (Rachel Skarsten) learns her attempt to stop Mary backfired. Meanwhile, Catherine (Megan Follows) and Narcisse (Craig Parker) find King Charles (Spencer MacPherson) and must convince him to return to the castle.
  • 7.6
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    Uncharted Waters
    episode S4.E8 april 2017
    As Mary's upcoming wedding looms, a terrible tragedy pushes Mary and Darnley apart, forcing Mary to enlist in Catherine's help. Elizabeth encounters a traitor to Spain, who petitions her to support an expedition to the New World.
  • 7.6
    /10

    Pulling Strings
    episode S4.E9 april 2017
    Mary and Darnley wed in a lavish affair, which proves to be a successful decision in regards to her political standing. James makes an interesting discovery about Greer, while Elizabeth frantically tries to salvage England's power.
  • 7.6
    /10

    A Better Man
    episode S4.E10 april 2017
    As Mary strategizes ways to take over the English throne, Elizabeth struggles to find an appropriate suitor to marry. Meanwhile, James gets caught up in a scheme orchestrated by John Knox and has to deal with the tragic aftermath.
  • 7.7
    /10

    Dead of Night
    episode S4.E11 may 2017
    Mary and Darnley are at odds as they put their plan to seize England into action. Elizabeth is conflicted about her feelings for Gideon as she attempts to find a Catholic to marry. Catherine's son Henri (guest star Nick Slater) attempts to claim the throne from Charles with the support of Spain and Narcisse.
  • 7.5
    /10

    The Shakedown
    episode S4.E12 may 2017
    After a tragic earthquake hits Scotland, Mary must face John Knox (Jonathan Goad) amidst claims that she isn't coming to the aid of her people. Elizabeth takes drastic measures after she is discovered with Gideon, while Charles makes a decision that backfires.
  • 7.8
    /10

    Coup de Grace
    episode S4.E13 may 2017
    Darnley teams up with John Knox to strip Mary of her throne, which will leave a close friend of Mary's dead. Elizabeth must banish Gideon from court at the request of her future husband, while Charles takes a bold stance against his brother Henri (guest star Nick Slater).
  • 7.7
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    A Bride. A Box. A Body.
    episode S4.E14 june 2017
    Mary launches a counterattack on the conspirators. Elizabeth suffers a setback that turns her world upside down.
  • 7.4
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    Blood in the Water
    episode S4.E15 june 2017
    Mary has a difficult childbirth that leaves both her and her child's life in danger. Elizabeth learns that the death of someone close to her was caused by someone in her inner circle.
  • 7.2
    /10

    All It Cost Her...
    episode S4.E16 june 2017
    Mary makes a decision that will change the course of history, forever shaping the fate of her nation, her crown, and her newborn son. Mary's perilous move for her survival causes the stunning realization that perhaps she is not the only one who may not survive. Meanwhile, Elizabeth steadies herself for war and will become the instigator in Mary's demise while later realizing she and Mary might be more similar than either thought.

Best moments10

  • 7.7
    /10
    25% of the votes

    A Bride. A Box. A Body.
    episode S4.E14 june 2017
    Mary launches a counterattack on the conspirators. Elizabeth suffers a setback that turns her world upside down.
  • 7.6
    /10
    7% of the votes

    A Grain of Deception
    episode S4.E2 february 2017
    Mary discovers there is a leak within her inner circle and sets out to uncover the traitor. Queen Catherine goes to extremes to regain some of her lost power, while Queen Elizabeth attempts to use Narcisse to further her quest for supremacy.
  • 7.6
    /10
    4% of the votes

    To the Death
    episode S3.E14 may 2016
    Mary realizes her need to return to Scotland is becoming increasingly imminent and that along with the help of Bash, she must raise her own army to save her throne. Elizabeth enlists Lola's help to find out information about her mother, which backfires when Lola gets caught.
  • 8.2
    /10
    3% of the votes

    Spiders in a Jar
    episode S3.E18 june 2016
    Charles escapes the Red Knights, at the cost of an old friend. Mary returns home, but not everyone is happy. Narcisse's attempt to rescue Lola takes a twist when she chooses to carry out a risky mission.
  • 7.8
    /10
    2% of the votes

    Coup de Grace
    episode S4.E13 may 2017
    Darnley teams up with John Knox to strip Mary of her throne, which will leave a close friend of Mary's dead. Elizabeth must banish Gideon from court at the request of her future husband, while Charles takes a bold stance against his brother Henri (guest star Nick Slater).
  • 7.7
    /10
    1% of the votes

    The Siege
    episode S2.E21 may 2015
    After an attack on the castle everybody is very scared; Conde finds news out about Mary; Catherine is determined to hurt Narcisse; Bash brings Delphine to the castle but what does she have up her sleeve?
  • 7.9
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Extreme Measures
    episode S3.E3 october 2015
    When King Antoine makes an unexpected return. Mary and Francis turn to an unlikely ally to help hide Francis' condition and secure his family's future.
  • 7.8
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Three Queens
    episode S2.E6 november 2014
    Mary and Catherine leave for a town when their carriage is overrun and they leave for safety, but they are far from that. Lola and Narcisse become closer and Mary and Francis are still having some problems.
  • 7.5
    /10
    1% of the votes

    The Prince of the Blood
    episode S2.E7 november 2014
    Young, reckless and provocative Princess Claude makes a surprise visit home, torturing her already haunted mother, Catherine. Francis is pressured by Narcisse to act against his conscience or risk his throne and his wife. Mary finds a new ally in Condé. Francis confides in Bash and hatches a plot that involves an uncertain Lola. Kenna mistakes Claude for a newfound friend, while Greer returns earlier than expected from her wedding tour.
  • 7.5
    /10
    1% of the votes

    Terror of the Faithful
    episode S2.E8 november 2014
    The tensions between the Protestants and Catholics increases because of the edict Lord Narcisse blackmailed Francis into signing. Mary and Francis' relationship hits a wall due to the secrets he is keeping. Queen Catherine is still dealing with ghosts from her past while trying to deal with her daughter, Princess Claude.

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Season 1
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Season 2
2
E1
21
E2
11
E3
27
E4
90
E5
193
E6
119
E7
102
E8
18
E9
16
E10
7
E11
5
E12
185
E13
55
E14
102
E15
9
E16
22
E17
4
E18
44
E19
31
E20
186
E21
210
E22
Season 3
247
E1
82
E2
265
E3
20
E4
5
E5
14
E6
44
E7
16
E8
7
E9
3
E10
7
E11
8
E12
10
E13
778
E14
20
E15
58
E16
70
E17
618
E18
Season 4
90
E1
1.4K
E2
94
E3
80
E4
57
E5
86
E6
46
E7
26
E8
12
E9
78
E10
217
E11
41
E12
180
E13
4.5K
E14
30
E15
21
E16