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Secrets of the Castle

2014·Show
5Episodes in1Season
IMDb8.6
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Tension2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

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About

How do you build a medieval castle from scratch? Domestic historian Ruth Goodman and archeologists Peter Ginn and Tom Pinfold make perhaps their most ambitious foray into the past as they head to France to take part in a build that has been underway since 1997. Our intrepid history adventurers join this magnificent construction at Guédelon Castle to recreate authentic medieval castle living from within its rising walls.
Historical ReconstructionEducational DocumentaryMedieval LifeCastle BuildingPractical HistoryHands-On LearningImmersive ExperienceTraditional CraftsArchaeological InsightsFamily-Friendly Viewing

Crew

Directed by:
Blythe Tinker, Giulia Clark, Stuart Elliott

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Secrets of the Castle legally?

PrimeThe RokuMagellan TVXive TV Documentaries

Secrets of the Castle is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Magellan TV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Secrets of the Castle worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100 (IMDb 8.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Secrets of the Castle have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 5 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Secrets of the Castle air?

It ran from 2014 to 2014 and has ended.

What language is Secrets of the Castle in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Secrets of the Castle?

2CAUS

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