Killer Kings

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Killer Kings is a ground-breaking blend of true crime and historical documentary, which will vigorously present the case against six formidable Kings who have left an indelible mark on the world. The series will reveal the haunting mitigating factors and introduce conflicting and fresh evidence, ultimately leading to potentially new verdicts concerning these enigmatic men.

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3. KING JOHN

8.0Jun 30, 2025

Bad King John I - the Medieval Monster - was far worse in real life that the fictitious villain of the Robin Hood legend. Even before he was crowned King in 1199, he had a dreadful reputation. This was the Prince who, when he learned that his brother ‘Good King Richard’ the “Lionheart” had been imprisoned on return from crusade, decided to tell people he was dead so that he could rule instead.