Will

Synopsis

The wild story of young William Shakespeare's arrival onto the punk-rock theater scene in 16th century London -- the seductive, violent world where his raw talent faced rioting audiences, religious fanatics and raucous side-shows. It's a contemporary version of Shakespeare's life, played to a modern soundtrack that exposes all his recklessness, lustful temptations and brilliance.

First Air Date: 2017-07-10

Last Air Date: 2017-09-04

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 10

Created By: Craig Pearce

Networks: TNT

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Top Cast

Laurie Davidson as William Shakespeare
Olivia DeJonge as Alice Burbage
Ewen Bremner as Richard Topcliffe
Mattias Inwood as Richard Burbage
Jamie Campbell Bower as Christopher Marlowe
William Houston as Kemp
Colm Meaney as James Burbage
Geoffrey Freshwater as Barnaby Smith
Jamie Beamish as Augustine Phillips
Cristian Valle as Antonio Swaarvey

Seasons

Season 1 (2017)

The wild story of young William Shakespeare's arrival onto the punk-rock theatre scene of 16th century London — the seductive, violent world where his raw talent faces rioting audiences, religious fanatics, and raucous side-shows. A contemporary take on Shakespeare's life, played to a modern soundtrack that exposes all his recklessness, lustful temptations and brilliance.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Play's the Thing (2017-07-10)

It's 1589, a time of religious turmoil in Protestant England when to be Catholic could be a death sentence - Will Shakespeare arrives from a small town to the wild streets of London with little more than a dream and a treacherous letter.
Ep. 2: Cowards Die Many Times (2017-07-10)

Will is plagued with guilt over the arrest of a rival playwright, and he makes a dangerous confession to the sightly, rebellious Alice. The future of the theatre is jeopardized when another playhouse tempts a popular actor.
Ep. 3: The Two Gentlemen (2017-07-17)

Will has an epiphany that could bring him success, yet he needs Alice's help. A magnetic fugitive from Will's past comes forth with a dangerous obligation.
Ep. 4: Brave New World (2017-07-24)

Marlowe introduces Will to the decadent elite of London but things take a macabre turn. Alice is disillusioned and Will must fight for all that he holds dear.
Ep. 5: The Marriage of True Minds (2017-07-31)

An unexpected arrival from out-of-town sends Will's world spinning. A transcendental experience leads Marlowe to deal with his past. Topcliffe deciphers a code that throws Will into a life and death situation.
Ep. 6: Something Wicked This Way Comes (2017-08-07)

Tensions rise as Will and Alice continue to collaborate, while Anne attempts to adjust to London life. Love forces Marlowe to confront his darkest fears. Presto is forced to confront true evil.
Ep. 7: What Dreams May Come (2017-08-14)

With the theatre in jeopardy, Will enlists the help of a beautiful and talented friend. Alice turns to Southwell for comfort and an existential crisis leads Marlowe back to the dubious Edward Kelly.
Ep. 8: Your Houses (2017-08-21)

Will is shocked to learn of Alice's new passion. Haunted by his inability to write, Marlowe embarks on a self-destructive path. Plague haunts London, and Richard discovers what he believes in.
Ep. 9: Play the Devil (2017-08-28)

To write his new play, Will must confront Topcliffe. To achieve greatness Richard must tell his father a harsh truth. Alice contemplates a perilous mission.
Ep. 10: Once, Bright Angel (2017-09-04)

Will and the company are shocked by a terrible discovery; they must risk everything in a life and death struggle for survival.