If you’re into juicy historical dramas packed with politics and intrigue, then Starz has just the show for you – “The Serpent Queen” returned this month for its second season! The story follows Catherine de Medici in 16th century France as she navigates ruling the country.
Season 2 jumps ahead a decade to when Catherine is Queen Regent, dealing with religious tensions and divisions within her council. Samantha Morton is awesome reprising her role as Catherine. This season, she’s up against even more conflicts as people try undermining her power.
There’s also a new character named Edith, who some see as a prophet but others find threatening. She adds another layer of complexity to the volatile situation. In an interview, Morton said Catherine has to protect her kids, run the country, and try bringing peace – all while caring for herself too. Talk about multi-tasking!
One big new addition to the cast is Minnie Driver as the iconic Queen Elizabeth I of England. Morton says Driver is “absolutely brilliant” in the role. Their interactions as two powerful queens are like a high-stakes tennis match. It should be an epic face-off!
While using modern music and being a costume drama, the show’s still grounded in historical facts. Morton hopes it serves as a lesson – we need to learn from mistakes in the past. As this season unfolds, expect Catherine dealing with rebel factions, religious dissent, and the royal kids’ personal conflicts. It continues exploring intriguing themes like power dynamics.
Fans are encouraged to discuss each new episode on Starz’s forums. So catch up if you need to and tune in weekly for more of this compelling blend of drama, history and contemporary themes. Season 2 looks like it’ll deliver big drama!
