The Pillars of the Earth (2010)

Episode Overview

The legitimacy of England's crown is questioned, igniting a rivalry between King Henry's daughter and her cousin for the throne. Meanwhile, the Hamleigh family’s ambitions for a lucrative match for their son William crumble. Tom Builder and his family seek employment and cross paths with Ellen and her enigmatic son, Jack. In the realm of church affairs, Philip, a monk, ascends to the position of prior, but this new role comes with obligations to Deacon Waleran, complicating his life further.