Victoria: Series 3
Starting in the year 1848, the third series of Victoria depicts a turbulent and uncertain time for both Europe and the monarchy. During this period, revolutions occur on the continent, and the Chartist movement reaches its peak in London. As a result of these pressures, Victoria faces demands from the government to leave London for her own safety. The broader television series explores the life of Queen Victoria, who
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Queen Victoria ascended to the British throne at the tender age of 18 during a time of great economic turbulence and resurgent republicanism.
- The historical drama series follows the early life of Queen Victoria, including her courtship and marriage to Prince Albert.
- The television series was created and principally written by Daisy Goodwin and stars Jenna Coleman in the title role.
- The production explores the historical events and personal life surrounding the monarch as she rules the British empire.
Season overview
Starting in the year 1848, the third series of Victoria depicts a turbulent and uncertain time for both Europe and the monarchy. During this period, revolutions occur on the continent, and the Chartist movement reaches its peak in London. As a result of these pressures, Victoria faces demands from the government to leave London for her own safety. The broader television series explores the life of Queen Victoria, who originally came to the throne at a time of great economic turbulence and resurgent republicanism. Created and principally written by Daisy Goodwin, the historical television drama stars Jenna Coleman as Queen Victoria, following her journey from her ascension to the throne at the age of eighteen through her early life, courtship, and marriage to Prince Albert.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
Uneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Crown
Mar 24, 2019 · 46 min
Revolution sweeps across Europe and pressure builds on Victoria with new arrivals at the Palace.
London Bridge is Falling Down
Mar 31, 2019 · 45 min
Victoria must decide whether to fight the Chartists with force or allow them to present their petition.
Et In Arcadia
Apr 7, 2019 · 45 min
At Osborne House, Albert relishes the opportunity to spend time with the family away from London, but Victoria is desperate to get back to the Palace and the business of politics.
Foreign Bodies
Apr 14, 2019 · 45 min
When Albert leaves the Palace for Cambridge, Victoria faces the traumatic impact of a cholera epidemic on the streets of London.
A Show of Unity
Apr 21, 2019 · 45 min
After an assassination attempt, the Royal household visit Ireland. Intrigue, conflict and romance all blossom during a stay at the Palmerston estate.
A Coburg Quartet
Apr 28, 2019 · 45 min
A Georgian ball at the Palace could not come at a worse time as private pictures of the Royal family are made public.
A Public Inconvenience
May 5, 2019 · 45 min
Albert and Palmerston put their reputations on the line, and Victoria must fight against her better judgment to decide where to place her allegiance.
The White Elephant
May 12, 2019 · 46 min
The world's eyes are on the Great Exhibition, and the Royal couple. Does triumph or failure beckon? Lives will be changed forever as intrigue unfolds amongst the exhibits.