Parents' Guide to

The Spanish Princess

By Martin Brown, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 15+

Sometimes violent historical drama has relevance to present.

TV Starz Drama 2019
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A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this TV show.

Community Reviews

age 17+

Based on 8 parent reviews

age 17+

Not accurate

Episode one Catherine is seen in the bath breasts visible, Sex scene between spouses showing breasts, Brothel scene showing room of topless women being groped and humped, Alleyway thrusting

This title has:

Too much sex
2 people found this helpful.
age 18+

Contains Nudity And sexual content 18+

Episode one Catherine is seen in the bath breasts visible, Sex scene between spouses showing breasts, Brothel scene showing room of topless women being groped and humped, Alleyway thrusting

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say (8):
Kids say (7):

The mark of a good historical drama is whether it has anything relevant to say to modern viewers, and this sensitive series has relevance in spades. At heart, The Spanish Princess is a story about two cultures that must merge for practical purposes, and the way those cultures interact and learn to respect one another while each maintaining their own sense of identity. Looking at the story from Catherine's point of view, as a person who's both royalty and an outsider, is a strong choice -- it's a subversive way to allow viewers to experience the difficulties and rewards of becoming a part of another culture while staying true to yourself.

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