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Wolf Hall's Triumphant Return
The return of BBC's *Wolf Hall* after a 9-year hiatus receives widespread critical acclaim. Viewers celebrate the show's quality and faithfulness to Hilary Mantel's novels.
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Hilary MantelMark RylanceDamian LewisHenry ViiiAnne BoleynJane Seymour
- What novels by Hilary Mantel does the series adapt?
- The series follows Thomas Cromwell's rise to power during Henry VIII's reign, covering events such as Henry's marriage to Jane Seymour after Anne Boleyn's execution, and is based on Mantel's novels *Wolf Hall*, *Bring Up the Bodies*, and *The Mirror and the Light*.
- What period of history does the second season of *Wolf Hall* cover?
- The second season covers the final four years of Henry VIII's life, as depicted in Mantel's final novel, *The Mirror and the Light*, adapting the events and characters from the novel for the screen.
- What is the overall significance of *Wolf Hall*'s return for the BBC?
- Despite some viewers' concerns about the BBC's recent decline, *Wolf Hall*'s return is seen as a testament to the broadcaster's capacity to produce high-quality programming, bringing significant praise and attention back to the network.
- How has the return of *Wolf Hall* been received by viewers and critics?
- Viewers have expressed overwhelmingly positive feedback, praising the performances of actors like Mark Rylance and Damian Lewis, the show's historical accuracy, and its emotional impact. Many have compared it favorably to other high-quality television series like *The Wire*.
- What is the subject of the BBC's newly returned television series *Wolf Hall*?
- The BBC's adaptation of Hilary Mantel's *Wolf Hall*, a Tudor drama, has returned after a nine-year hiatus and is receiving widespread critical acclaim for its acting, script, and overall production quality.