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Crime and Punishment

Episode 4 of 10

Seeking retribution, Louis lashes out at the Parisian rebels though Philippe urges a more reasoned response. Word from Spain casts doubt on Marie-Therese's intentions. Sophie's loyalties are tested.

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54 minutes

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Credits

Role Contributor
Louis XIV George Blagden
Philippe, Duc d'Orleans Alexander Vlahos
Bontemps Stuart Bowman
Fabien Marchal Tygh Runyan
Francois de Maintenon Catherine Walker
Queen Marie-Thérèse Elisa Lasowski
Chevalier de Lorraine Evan Williams
Princess Palatine Jessica Clark
Delphine, Duchesse d'Angers Marie Askehave
Guillaume Matthew McNulty
Jeanne Jenny Platt
Bastien Anthony Flanagan
Colbert Steve Cumyn
Louvois Joe Sheridan
Bishop Bossuet Geoffrey Bateman
Eleanor Daphne Patakia
Director Richard Clark
Writer Steve Bailie

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