How historically accurate is Versailles TV series?

However, now that the series is over, this feels like a better opportunity to explore some of the ways in which the drama deviated from historical reality. Firstly, let's be clear that historical dramas don't need to be accurate. It's nice when they are, but it's not their purpose - drama is entertainment, not educational programming. read more

The Versailles TV series is very accurate, almost down to the last detail. The TV correctly portrays the historical characters. For example, Philippe d’Orléans, Louis XIV’s brother was extremely effeminate and homosexual and married to Henriette of England, which is very well portrayed. read more

Speaking as a neutral TV viewer, I loved it – Versailles is visually spectacular, but also underpinned by some tight plotting, powerful performances and punchy dialogue. Regardless of its historical content, it’s good telly. read more

The first series of Versailles saw the worldly Montespan guilefully replace the previous Maîtresse en titre, naive Louise de La Vallière. This series will see Montespan continue to navigate the French court – but the terrain will certainly get rockier. read more