‘The Tudors’ Starring Henry Cavill Is an Underrated Binge-Watch

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Dear Mr. Cavill, we’re still heartbroken that you left the role. Even after all this time, we miss you terribly and it’s hard to enjoy the show without you. While Chris Hemsworth is great, he just doesn’t feel like the Geralt of Rivia we’ve come to love. Everything feels a little off – from the way he holds his sword to his hair, and even the monsters don’t seem as scared of him! We really miss you, Mr. Cavill.

To all our Witcher fans, even as you discover Warhammer, we’ll be enjoying another fantastic show you’ve already finished: The Tudors, a captivating story of royalty and common folk.

‘The Tudors’ Is as Gripping as ‘The Witcher’… Maybe Even Better

The Tudors is a dramatic and often shocking series about the 40-year rule of King Henry VIII. It vividly portrays his obsession with having a son, and his often prejudiced attitude towards women, as he anxiously awaits the birth of each child. The show follows Henry’s relentless search for a male heir, and his shocking decisions – including splitting from the Catholic Church so he could marry Anne Boleyn. Throughout the series, we see Henry go through six marriages and watch the fortunes of powerful figures like Cardinal Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell change.

The show is visually stunning, created with the same lavish style as a high-fashion magazine. It combines beautiful outdoor settings with captivating indoor scenes, using rich colors like deep browns, burgundy, black, and gold. Beneath the surface of grand halls, churches, and cozy homes lie dangerous and secretive schemes hatched by malicious people. Everyone involved is engaged in a complex web of deceit, even King Henry himself.

Like the popular series The Witcher, The Tudors relies heavily on visual storytelling to convey information and create drama, much like classic playwrights and authors used detailed descriptions and clever dialogue. The show succeeds in this approach, thanks to strong work from both the directors and the writing team. It’s a fast-paced series, jumping quickly from one dramatic moment to the next, and doesn’t shy away from rich, detailed scenes. This quality earned it a Golden Globe for Best Drama in 2007, and Emmys for Outstanding Costumes and Main Title Theme Music. Whether it’s the best show about the Tudor period is up to you to decide. And be sure to pay attention to the costumes – especially those worn by Henry Cavill as Charles Brandon, the 1st Duke of Suffolk.

Charles Is the King’s Best Friend in ‘The Tudors ‘

Although The Tudors takes some liberties with historical facts, it generally portrays events accurately. For instance, the show depicts Charles having a long-term relationship with Henry’s sister, Princess Margaret, which aligns with historical accounts involving Mary Tudor. Charles is presented as Henry’s lifelong friend and comrade-in-arms, and he’s the only character who appears in every episode. Despite not being from a noble family, Henry rewards Charles with a dukedom early in the series, tasking him with accompanying Princess Margaret to Portugal for her wedding.

In The Tudors, Charles is shown as a handsome, pleasure-seeking, and physically fit nobleman. His friendship with Henry is often strained by the king’s erratic behavior. Charles repeatedly takes risks that nearly lead to his execution, but he always manages to regain Henry’s favor. Throughout the series, he grows from a carefree flirt to a thoughtful and capable advisor. However, he frequently struggles to balance what he believes is right with his obligations to the crown.

Today, Cavill looks back at his time on the show fondly. In an interview with El Hombre, he said:

As a film buff, I was completely captivated! The movie was just packed with everything you want – twists, turns, romance, and action – all rooted in a really rich historical context. But honestly, one of the most compelling parts was seeing the bond between Charles and the King unfold. Their friendship felt so genuine, you could really believe they’d known each other since childhood and had a deep connection.

Before landing the role in The Tudors, Henry Cavill had appeared in shows like The Count of Monte Cristo and the British series The Inspector Lynley Mysteries, but those were smaller parts. It was The Tudors that really launched his career and gained him wider recognition. He’s enjoyed success ever since, but it’s also worth revisiting this fantastic show as a fan!

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2026-04-09 19:26