Empire of The Tsars: Romanov Russia with Lucy Worsley

Lucy Worsley’s Empire of The Tsars: Romanov Russia remains a definitive work of historical broadcasting, capturing the rise and fall of a dynasty that shaped the modern world. By blending meticulous research with her signature immersive presentation, Worsley moved beyond dry dates to explore the human ambitions and failures behind the Romanov name. Its cultural footprint is found in how it demystified Russian history for a global audience, making the Petrine reforms and the tragic end of the Nikolaevich line feel immediate. The show’s legacy is its ability to turn complex geopolitics into a compelling narrative of power. While the series has concluded, the enduring fascination with this era suggests the story is never truly closed. Set a reminder for potential news regarding future specials or thematic successors.