The series "Kingdom". Actors and roles of one of the best historical projects of our time

Historical telenovela, relieving the general melodramatic picture of all projects submitted to the audience, as a reminder of the years gone by, periodically appear on television. Those that will succeed will be extended to the following seasons and become better. "Tudors", "Borgia", "The White Queen" and, finally, "The Game of Thrones" have long captivated spectator hearts. Relatively new TV series "Kingdom" tells about the life of the XVI century. The main character is the future queen, who became the epicenter of behind-the-scenes intrigues and conspiracies. Historical moments mixed with strong spirit characters and true love were the basis of the novel "Kingdom." Actors and roles were received with joy by the audience, which was the logical reason for the extension for the second season.

History at the heart of history

The well-known television network The CW, which presented such hits as "Supernatural" and "The Vampire Diaries", diluting the genre identity, represents a new epic. For its creation it was necessary not only to refresh historical facts, but to plunge headlong into the whole epoch. Maria Stewart, one of the greatest and most influential figures, became the central character around which events develop. Native Queen of Scotland, she goes a long way to power in France. What is the story without political conspiracies? Love and court intrigues follow inextricably. The creators of the show recreated the era of past centuries in almost every detail and presented the series "Kingdom" to the audience. 1 season was "swallowed" by them with great appetite, and they demanded continuation. We'll get to him later, but for now let's ask ourselves: "What is the" Kingdom "all the same?"

Plot

Maria had been waiting for the throne of the Queen of Scotland since childhood. But for the sake of her safety, the girl is sent to a monastery. However, even there are rivals who want her death. In many ways Mary helps his ministers - nuns. But someday this period will end, and she will have to return to the castle to occupy the position, which was prepared from birth, to ascend to the throne.

For several years, Maria is engaged to Prince Francis, with whom it is now necessary to conclude an official marriage. But this union is seen only beneficial for the country - so the king intends to strengthen his position and strengthen domination. Not wanting to become a pawn in another's game, Maria also understands that she can not do anything in her own way, because she has to forget about her bright feelings. Nevertheless, years of constant involvement in ingenious plans and conspiracies make her a strong player in the field of incessant war inside the palace ...

The beginning of success

Recognition can be judged by the ratings and opinions of the audience, who warmly perceived the dramatic milestone in the history of the reign of Mary, so interestingly played in the TV series "Kingdom". Actors and roles instantly became recognizable, and critics rushed to present the first reviews - in particular, they liked that there are other significant figures in the narrative, such as Nostradamus, who predicted that the price of marriage with Maria is equal to the life of the king. Writers cleverly entered and the dark forces that live in the castle and constitute an intrigue for the audience. Thus, in a general plot direction, a historical line with superstitions and magic equally enters the "Kingdom", actors and roles, in addition to this, harmoniously reproduce an exciting action on the screen. To this the writers came up with full responsibility - they re-read a lot of books and archival records in order to convey the story as truthfully as possible. Scriptwriter Laurie McCarthy sold the pilot episode of The CW studio, not suspecting what result this will lead to. Moving the film crew to Ireland, the company shot a pilot episode, which was approved as a sign of further work. At the end of the first season at the annual People's Choice Award in 2014, the victory was unanimously awarded to the best (according to TV viewers) drama - the TV series "Kingdom". 2 season, including 22 episodes, was announced in production a month later.

Characters

What artist is not happy to be able to reincarnate into a historical personality? The selection of actors, which would determine the future success, was a difficult task. In February 2013, began a long search for the first persons who will shine on the screen. Australian Adelaide Kane managed to star in several films, but only "Kingdom", in which she performs the main role, brought her fame. Englishman Toby Rugbaugh for his 20-year-old acting life could boast episodes in the paintings "Mr. Nobody" and "One Day". Producers gave him the central male role - the King of Francis. In the role of Catherine the Medici appeared Megan Fallows. In the images of the other lords and ladies, Torrance Coombs, Selina Sinden, Caitlin Stacey, Anna Popplwell, Jonathan Celts took part. King Henry II played the Canadian Alan Van Sprague, previously known for his role as Sir Francis Bryan in equally cultic "Tudors."

World love

The premiere of "Kingdom" took place in several European countries, including Russia. According to TV viewers, the creators paid enough attention to the plot and the reconstruction of the era of the time in which the action takes place. The royal court is so diverse and huge that one of the participants' wreaths is mysteriously detective. All the characters are incredibly lively and multifaceted - in their constant interaction they open from different sides.

All the components of the success of the future project are harmoniously combined in the TV series "Kingdom". Actors and roles, so beloved by the audience, make it one of the best modern television shows of historical orientation.