Victoria 2016
“Defiance. Determination. Destiny.”
What is Victoria?
Victoria is a British historical drama series that follows the early reign of Queen Victoria. Created and principally written by Daisy Goodwin, the programme stars Jenna Coleman as the young monarch.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 24
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 28, 2016
- Last aired
- May 12, 2019
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1, PBS
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
Where to watch
Stream
BritBox
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Fetch TV
Free
rtveStream
Molotov TV
SFR Play
France TV Amazon ChannelWith ads
M6+Rent
Canal VOD
VIVA by videofutur
Premiere MaxBuy
Apple TV StoreCanal VOD
Orange VOD
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Netflix
Netflix Standard with Ads
ITVX PremiumWith ads
ITVX
5Buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon VideoStream
NetflixStream
Netflix
PBS
PBS Masterpiece Amazon ChannelNetflix Standard with Ads
Thirteen
WETA+With ads
KQEDBuy
Amazon VideoApple TV Store
Google Play Movies
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 24 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Victoria is a British historical drama series that follows the early reign of Queen Victoria. Created and principally written by Daisy Goodwin, the programme stars Jenna Coleman as the young monarch. It premiered on ITV in the United Kingdom on 28 August 2016 with an eight‑episode first series and debuted in the United States on PBS on 15 January 2017, where PBS also provided production support. The series ran from 2016 to 2019 and depicts the period after the death of King William IV, when Victoria, then
Should you watch it?
“A young queen navigates political upheaval and personal growth while reshaping the British monarchy.”
- Rich historical detail and authentic period setting
- Strong central performance anchoring complex royal dynamics
- Intriguing blend of personal and political storytelling
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
- Limited perspective beyond central royal figures
You enjoy thoughtful period dramas about power and monarchy.
Suitable for mature audiences interested in historical political themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Doll No 123 Aug 28, 2016
- E2 Ladies in Waiting Aug 29, 2016
- E3 Brocket Hall Sep 4, 2016
- E4 The Clockwork Prince Sep 11, 2016
- E5 An Ordinary Woman Sep 18, 2016
- E6 The Queen's Husband Sep 25, 2016
- E7 The Engine of Change Oct 2, 2016
- E8 Young England Oct 9, 2016
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 A Soldier's Daughter Aug 27, 2017
- E2 The Green-Eyed Monster Sep 3, 2017
- E3 Warp and Weft Sep 10, 2017
- E4 The Sins of the Father Sep 17, 2017
- E5 Entente Cordiale Sep 24, 2017
- E6 Faith, Hope and Charity Oct 1, 2017
- E7 The King Over the Water Oct 8, 2017
- E8 The Luxury of Conscience Oct 15, 2017
Season 3 · 8 episodes
- E1 Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Crown Mar 24, 2019
- E2 London Bridge is Falling Down Mar 31, 2019
- E3 Et In Arcadia Apr 7, 2019
- E4 Foreign Bodies Apr 14, 2019
- E5 A Show of Unity Apr 21, 2019
- E6 A Coburg Quartet Apr 28, 2019
- E7 A Public Inconvenience May 5, 2019
- E8 The White Elephant May 12, 2019
Frequently asked questions
Is this series historically accurate?
The show draws from real historical events while taking some creative liberties for dramatic purposes.
How many seasons are there?
The series spans multiple seasons following Victoria's long reign.
Does it cover Victoria's entire life?
It begins with her early reign and follows her through major life events and political changes.
Are the costumes and settings authentic?
The production emphasizes historical detail in its visual presentation and period recreation.
Do I need to know British history beforehand?
No prior knowledge is required as the series explains key historical context as it unfolds.