The Shadow of the Tower is a 1972 British historical drama serial broadcast on BBC2. A prequel to The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970) and Elizabeth R (1971), the 13-episode programme focuses on the reign of Henry VII of England and the creation of the Tudor dynasty.
The year is now 1501 and Henry is now finally secure on the throne with his promising son Arthur about to marry Catherine of Aragon, however in the shadows tragic events are lying in wait for the King.
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