

60 minSeason 1 • Episode 10
LatestWill and the company are shocked by a terrible discovery; they must risk everything in a life and death struggle for survival.
The wild story of young William Shakespeare's arrival onto the punk-rock theater scene in 16th century London -- the seductive, violent world where his raw talent faced rioting audiences, religious fanatics and raucous side-shows. It's a contemporary version of Shakespeare's life, played to a modern soundtrack that exposes all his recklessness, lustful temptations and brilliance.
Costume
Doublets meet Doc Martens — historical accuracy weeping in the corner
Sound
Joy Division and The Clash scoring bear-baiting scenes, naturally
Acting
Jamie Campbell Bower's Marlowe: chaotic bisexual energy incarnate
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The show filmed in Wales on the same sets as The White Queen, hence the suspiciously nice London streets.
Craig Pearce co-wrote Romeo + Juliet and Moulin Rouge with Baz Luhrmann, which explains EVERYTHING about the aesthetic choices here.