
The series is based on the novels The Constant Princess and The Kings Curse by Philippa Gregory and centers on Catherine of Aragon (Hope), the first wife of Englands King Henry VIII (OConnor). The Spanish Princess is a Starz historical drama series adapted from Philippa Gregorys novels The Constant Princess and The Kings Curse. The White Queen is available on DVD on Amazon. TV show description: From Emma Frost and Matthew Graham, The Spanish Princess TV show is a historical drama that unfolds in the 16th century. The Spanish Princess is filming now and is expected to air in the US on Starz in 2019. “Returning to the world of Tudor royal court intrigue, the story unfolds from the point of view of the women, which works to shed a light on a previously untold corner of history - including the lives of people of color that lived and worked in 16th century London.”

Variety reports: “When Prince Arthur dies shortly after their wedding, Catherine finds her future as Queen in question and at the mercy of a divided Tudor court under the threat of enemies both abroad and closer to home.


The first casting news has been revealed for Starz’s The Spanish Princess.īased on The Constant Princess and The King’s Curse by historical novelist Philippa Gregory, the upcoming mini-series is the follow-up to The White Queen and The White Princess.Įnglish actress Charlotte Hope, best known for her roles in Game of Thrones and The Theory of Everything, will lead the cast as Catherine of Aragon.Ĭatherine of Aragon was Queen of England from June 1509 until May 1533 as the first wife of King Henry VIII, having previously been married to Henry’s elder brother Arthur.
