Sumptuous period drama depicting the decadent and turbulent early reign of the Sun King.
Madame de Montespan exercises her influence at every opportunity.
Philippe must meet his new bride, while another victim of poisoning confounds Marchal.
A cool welcome awaits Princess Palatine in the palace salons and her new husband's bed.
Preparations are made for war while battles of the sexes are waged within the palace.