Wolf Hall Returns: 'The Mirror and the Light' Premieres on BBC
The highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed series adapts Hilary Mantel's final Cromwell novel with a star-studded cast and fresh perspectives.
- Mark Rylance reprises his BAFTA-winning role as Thomas Cromwell, navigating the perilous political landscape of Henry VIII's court.
- Damian Lewis returns as an older, more tyrannical Henry VIII, with the series exploring his complex relationships and marriages.
- The series introduces colorblind casting, a departure from its predecessor, reflecting modern trends in period dramas.
- Kate Phillips takes on a central role as Jane Seymour, showcasing the character's quiet strength and strategic acumen.
- The adaptation is the first without author Hilary Mantel's direct involvement, following her passing in 2022.
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