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James Norton Reveals The Real Reason Why He Is Playing Harold Of Wessex & Not William In 1066 Drama ‘King & Conqueror’
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scrn loglineRising star James Norton reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how he landed a leading role in the upcoming medieval drama 'King & Conqueror'.beat sheet- Norton originally auditioned for the role of William the Conqueror, but had to settle for the part of Harold of Wessex due to a pre-existing contract with BBC Studios.
- The actor teases that his portrayal of the ill-fated Anglo-Saxon king will offer a fresh, nuanced take that challenges traditional depictions, hinting at hidden depths to the character.
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James Norton Reveals The Real Reason Why He Is Playing Harold Of Wessex & Not William In 1066 Drama ‘King & Conqueror’
DeadlineStory by Max Goldbart
scrn logline
Rising star James Norton reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how he landed a leading role in the upcoming medieval drama 'King & Conqueror'.
beat sheet
- Norton originally auditioned for the role of William the Conqueror, but had to settle for the part of Harold of Wessex due to a pre-existing contract with BBC Studios.
- The actor teases that his portrayal of the ill-fated Anglo-Saxon king will offer a fresh, nuanced take that challenges traditional depictions, hinting at hidden depths to the character.
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James Norton, BBC Studios, CBS Studios, King & Conqueror