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The life of Prince John, youngest child of Britain's King George V and Queen Mary, who died at the age of 13 in 1919.
In 1920s England, a young boy named Ivor discovers he is the illegitimate son of a prominent duke. He is whisked away to a mysterious boarding school where he learns he possesses unique abilities. As he navigates this new world of secrets and potential, he uncovers a plot that could change the fate of the nation.
The Lost Prince was met with generally positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric direction, strong performances, and intricate storytelling. It was particularly noted for its blend of historical drama with fantastical elements and its exploration of themes of identity and belonging.
Praised for its rich visual style and evocative period setting.
Lauded for compelling performances, especially from the young cast.
The plot's complexity was seen as both a strength and a potential challenge for some viewers.
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The series was filmed on location in various historic sites across England, including the historic village of Lavenham in Suffolk, which served as the primary setting for the fictional 'Wydford' school.
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Set across two, quite distinctive, feature-length episodes, this collaboration between the BBC and auteur Stephen Poliakoff tells the story of the youngest son of King George V (Tom Hollander) and Queen Mary (Miranda Richardson). Initially,...