Reign (2013-2017)

Reign: A Historical Drama For The Ages

Reign is a historical drama show which aired from 2013 to 2017 and garnered a strong fan following all over the world. Produced by CBS Television Studios and distributed by CBS Television Distribution, it is about the ascension of Queen Mary to the throne of Scotland. The show features a strong ensemble cast with Adelaide Kane playing the lead role of Mary Queen of Scots, Toby Regbo as Dauphin Francis, and Megan Follows as Queen Catherine. With its intriguing plot lines and cliffhangers, Reign proved to be a great success, with loyal viewers staying till the series finale.

Reign is set in the 16th century, and centres around Queen Mary’s journey from a homesick princess in France to her return to Scotland and later becoming its reigning queen. Along the way Mary experiences numerous political intrigues, battles between powerful families, turbulent love interests, and of course the occasional supernatural occurrence. The different aspects of life in the 16th century – the lavish lifestyles of the monarchy, the dark secrets of the court, the struggles for freedom by the common folk, is all brought to life through the stunning visuals and unforgettable performances by the cast.

Reign focuses on both the personal and political struggles between the characters of Mary Queen of Scots, her half-brother James, and her betrothed Dauphin Francis. As she learns and acquires the required skills to grapple with the relentless politics of the era and survive the adversaries surrounding the court, she also faces numerous romantic challenges. Thomas Culpepper and Bash offer opportunities for Mary to test her courage and strength as she grows from a naive teenager to a wise queen.

Documentation Of A Historical Period

The show has been praised by the critics for its accurate and historically researched depictions. It gave a never-seen-before representation of the life of Queen Mary and carried all the political themes of the period, including details of the royal marriage negotiations, courtships, assassination plots, power struggles between the countries, grassroots rebellion and religious tensions. All these details made the show a huge attraction for the fans and made Reign one of the best medieval TV shows ever presented to the public.

Breathtaking Visuals & Soundtracks

Reign’s visuals bring to life the vibrant themes of 16th-century Scotland. With its picturesque setting - from the French countryside to the cobblestoned streets of Edinburgh - the show manages to attract viewers from all walks of life. It is the amazing and breathtaking visuals, along with the resounding soundtrack, that make the show a must-watch.

The Thrilling Finale

The series ended with a thrilling finale, with Mary bidding to protect her people with her own life and with her supporters coming to her aid. After four fantastic seasons, the show ended with a big bang and Mary’s last words: “Pursue your choices, not your fate.” This was a fitting end to a great show which brought to life a historical period and showcased the huge transformation of a naive princess to a powerful and knowledgeable Queen.