SERIES PREMIERE: This 10-part series takes on the Plantagenets, who preceded the Tudors as incendiary makers of British history. Based on the historically based novels by Philippa Gregory, this series takes great care with its sets and scenery, and looks as sumptuous as it should. Max Irons plays young Edward VI, and James Frain plays his scheming advisor Lord Warwick, but the women here have all the drama, and most of the fun. Rebecca Ferguson plays Elizabeth Woodville (pictured), who rises from common origins, to a regal position, Amanda Hale plays the unpredictable and powerful Margaret Beaufort, and Faye Marsay plays young Anne Neville, who is betrothed to the future Richard III. As with The Tudors, don’t take any of the history as gospel – but if you enjoy costume dramas, have fun.