World Without End

World Without End

Created by Michael Caton-Jones

On Showcase, SAT.1

20121 season8 episodes45 min6.9 / 10

A historical miniseries set in medieval England where a visionary woman leads her town against institutional power, balancing intimate character drama with period spectacle and siege conflict.

Two hundred years after the construction of the great cathedral, the medieval town of Kingsbridge is taken under siege by Queen Isabella. Caris, a visionary young woman, inspires her people to stand up for their rights and revolt against to the most powerful forces of her time, the Church and the Crown.

Where to watch

Not available in United States — it streams in other countries.

Questions people ask

  • Is World Without End violent? Yes. More violent than 81% of series.

  • Is World Without End sad? Somewhat. More sad than 72% of series.

  • Is World Without End scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 66% of series.

  • Is World Without End easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of series.

  • Does World Without End leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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46/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity57

How unlike any other series this one feels

Surprise39

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love44

How much audiences actually like it

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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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