Royal Kill List is a three-part history docudrama which tells the epic story of bloody revenge during a pivotal period of English history. This is a story about espionage, revenge, power, loyalty, and the moment that changed the landscape of British politics and society forever. This series follows King Charles II’s hunt for his father’s (King Charles I) killers – the Regicides - as a window into a remarkable and often overlooked historical period to explore how we became the nation we are today.
Episode 3 - Absolute Power
Having lost the support of both the public and parliament, Charles needs to gain financial independence. His greed spawns a trade network that lays the foundations for the British Empire and marks the beginning of the English slave trade.
