Overview

The Shadow of the Tower is a historical drama that was broadcast on BBC2 in 1972. It was a prequel to the earlier serials The Six Wives of Henry VIII and Elizabeth R. Consisting of thirteen episodes, it focused on the reign of Henry VII of England and the creation of the Tudor dynasty.

Top Cast

James Maxwell

King Henry VII

James Laurenson

Colin Jeavons

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Hayward Morse

Christopher Neame

John Franklyn-Robbins