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The Lion's Cub
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A young Elizabeth lives in dangerous times, leading the Protestant rebellion against her Catholic half-sister Mary and challenging her claim to the throne.
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Wed 20 Dec 2023
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth | Glenda Jackson |
| Mary | Daphne Slater |
| William Cecil | Ronald Hines |
| Catherine Parr | Rosalie Crutchley |
| Kat Ashley | Rachel Kempson |
| Stephen Gardiner | Basil Dignam |
| Writer | John Hale |
| Director | Claude Whatham |
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