The read
The series ran 1 season across 10 episodes and has finished, so there is no cliffhanger risk.
Synopsis
A blood-soaked, medieval epic that tells the story of Wilkin Brattle, a 14th century warrior, whose life is forever changed when a divine messenger beseeches him to lay down his sword and lead the life of another man: a journeyman executioner. Set in northern Wales during a time rife with rebellion and political upheaval, Wilkin must walk a tight rope between protecting his true identity while also serving a mysterious destiny.
Ratings
IMDb6.2/10
86 audience votes
Seasons
| 1 | Season 1 | 10 ep2015 |
Key crew
- Bob Thiele Jr.Original Music Composer
Cast
- Lee JonesWilkin Brattle
- Flora Spencer-LonghurstBaroness Lowry 'Love' Aberffraw Ventris
- Sam SpruellToran Prichard
- Kurt SutterThe Dark Mute
- Darren EvansAsh y Goedwig
- Katey SagalAnnora of the Alders
- Stephen MoyerMilus Corbett
- Sarah WhiteIsabel Kiffin
- Sarah SweeneyJessamy Maddox
Stills
Themes
corruptionwalestraitormonarchymysticforbidden lovefake identitypeasantbaronessbetrayalknightexecutioner