Nikolaj Coster-Waldau wins England in epic new series | Moviesign

The “Game of Thrones” star has found a new throne to fight for.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau This was not done by medieval power struggles. The Dane, best known for playing Jaime Lannister in all eight seasons of “Game of Thrones,” is now turning the battle for the Iron Throne into a battle for the throne of England. TV Series “King and Conqueror”.

The series is produced by the BBC and CBS and dramatizes the period of power in England between William the Conqueror and Harold Godwinson. Climax at the Battle of Hastings The year is 1066. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau plays Wilhelm and follows THRReport directing an episode of the series. His antagonist is the character played by Harald James Norton (“Little Girl”).

Sue Deeks, head of program acquisition at the BBC, says:

– “King and Conqueror” will bring Harald and William to life, portraying their lives, loves and families and the gripping, dangerous power play that led to their fateful meeting in 1066. With amazing talent in front of and behind the camera, I can’t wait to make this amazing project a reality.

Production on “King and Conqueror” will begin in 2024, and the series will be distributed outside the UK by Paramount.