S1.E1 ∙ Prince Sun, Apr 05, 2009 Dr David Starkey examines the dramatic events of Henry's childhood which shaped his attitude and personality. 8.1 /10
S1.E2 ∙ Warrior Sun, Apr 12, 2009 Foreign disappointments mirror Henry's deteriorating marriage, but he remakes himself, his throne, and his kingdom. 7.9 /10
S1.E3 ∙ Lover Sun, Apr 19, 2009 As Henry struggles to get his marriage annulled, he rethinks the monarchy, resulting in a break with the Roman Catholic Church, a new religion, and a new wife. 7.7 /10
S1.E4 ∙ Tyrant Sun, Apr 26, 2009 Henry grows older, sicker and more dangerous while creating a fiercely independent England and a new sense of national destiny. 7.8 /10