Period dramas continue to draw audiences seeking immersive storytelling, and a critically acclaimed series is newly available for a binge-watch. *wolf Hall*,originally a BBC production and based on hilary Mantel’s award-winning past novels,is now streaming in full on Movistar Plus+ [[1]]. Featuring a lauded cast including Damian Lewis, mark Rylance, and Claire Foy, the twelve-episode miniseries offers a compelling depiction of Tudor England and the rise of Thomas Cromwell during the reign of Henry VIII.
Period dramas are always a perfect choice for a binge-watching session, as exemplified by hits like Downton Abbey and The Forsyte Saga. Now, streaming on Movistar Plus+, a lesser-known but star-studded miniseries is gaining attention: Wolf Hall, originally released a decade ago.
The series adapts the first two novels in Hilary Mantel’s award-winning literary saga, both recipients of the Booker Prize (with a third installment arriving in 2020). Wolf Hall centers on the compelling figure of Thomas Cromwell and boasts an impressive cast including Damian Lewis, Mark Rylance, Claire Foy, Tom Holland, and Jonathan Pryce, making it ideal for a weekend marathon.
‘Wolf Hall’: A Look Inside the Reign of Henry VIII
Set in 16th-century England, the series depicts a nation anxiously awaiting an heir from King Henry VIII (Damian Lewis). The looming threat of civil war hangs over the kingdom should the king die without producing a legitimate successor. Determined to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon (Joanne Whalley), the daughter of the Spanish monarchs, Henry seeks to marry Anne Boleyn (Claire Foy), even if it means breaking with Spain and facing opposition from the Pope and the rest of Europe.
Amidst this political turmoil emerges Thomas Cromwell (Mark Rylance), a shrewd and ambitious man who quickly gains the king’s favor. As he ascends the ranks of the royal court, Cromwell becomes a key advisor to the volatile king, ultimately playing a pivotal role in shaping England’s destiny.
‘Wolf Hall’: Cast and Episodes on Movistar Plus+
The miniseries consists of two seasons, each with six episodes, now available on Movistar Plus+. The first season, adapting the first two books of the trilogy (Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies), premiered a decade ago. The second installment, based on the third novel, debuted in the UK in late 2024, and all twelve hour-long episodes are currently streaming.
Originally a BBC production, Wolf Hall features a stellar ensemble cast led by Academy Award winner Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies) and Damian Lewis (Homeland). A young Tom Holland (The Odyssey) and Claire Foy (The Crown) also appear, alongside Jonathan Pryce (Game of Thrones), Thomas Brodie-Sangster (Love Actually), and Bernard Hill. The series has received critical acclaim, winning both Golden Globe and BAFTA awards, and continues to resonate with audiences interested in historical dramas.
