Ahead of Sunday’s premiere of the drama’s first season finale, Starz has renewed The Serpent Queen for a further eight episodes.
The television show is a modern take on the life of Catherine de Medici (Samantha Morton), who defied all odds to become one of the most powerful and long-reigning monarchs in French history. It is based on the book Catherine de Medici: Renaissance Queen of France by Leonie Frieda. When orphaned Catherine, age 14, marries into the 16th-century French court, the story begins. She must rapidly figure out who she can trust in her personal courtiers as well as the other members of the royal court because her future is uncertain, and she must outwit anyone who doubts her will to survive at all costs.
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“The Serpent Queen is distinctly modern, darkly comedic, and completely unexpected,” said Kathryn Busby, President, Original Programming, Starz. “Catherine De Medici’s story is the perfect complement to our female-forward slate, and Samantha Morton’s brilliant portrayal of this ruthless, charming and savvy queen anchors the whole production. We’re thrilled to unveil more of her incredible life and reign in season two, which promises to be even more provocative and sublime.”
Justin Haythe, a writer and executive producer, created the series. Executive producing are Francis Lawrence and Erwin Stoff. The Serpent Queen is being overseen by Kathryn Tyus-Adair, Senior Vice President, Original Programming, for Starz, and Courtney Mock, for Lionsgate Television. By Lionsgate Television and 3 Arts Entertainment for Starz, the show is made.
