Mary & George – a first look at the queer King James I drama

About Mary & George

Firstly, it’s important to mention that the TV series is based on a true story adapted from the nonfiction book “The King’s Assassin” by Benjamin Woolley. Secondly, the book details the conspiracy to kill King James I by his handsome lover, the Duke of Buckingham.

Thirdly, according to Sky Atlantic, it is a bold and daring dramatization of the true story of Mary Villiers, who used her beautiful and charismatic son, George, to seduce King James VI of Scotland and I of England, becoming his almighty lover. Through their outrageous scheming, the mother and son duo rose from humble beginnings to become the English court’s wealthiest and most influential players, eventually becoming the King’s most trusted advisors. At a time when England’s place on the world stage was under threat from a Spanish invasion, and rioters were taking to the streets to attack the King, the stakes could not have been higher.

Lastly, the series’ plot continues with Mary’s relentless determination to reach her goals. Those include marrying her way up the ranks, bribing politicians, conspiring with criminals, and clawing her way into the heart of the Establishment. So, this series is a historical psychodrama that portrays the fearless and dangerous scheming of a mother and son who would stop at nothing to conquer the court of England. If you’re a fan of historical dramas, Mary & George will surely capture your attention with its thrilling portrayal of one of the most scandalous and daring stories in history.