Overview

The narrative unfolds in the 14th Century, when the European nations vie for supremacy within the Holy Roman Empire. The ambitious Austrian Empire, desiring more land, invades neighbouring Switzerland, a serene and pastoral nation. Protagonist William Tell, a formerly peaceful hunter, finds himself forced to take action as his family and homeland come under threat from the oppressive Austrian King and his ruthless warlords.

Genres

Cast

Claes Bang

William Tell

Connor Swindells

Gessler

Golshifteh Farahani

Suna

Jonah Hauer-King

Rudenz

Ellie Bamber

Princess Bertha

Rafe Spall

Stauffacher

Emily Beecham

Gertrude

Jonathan Pryce

Attinghausen

Ben Kingsley

King Albrecht

Solly McLeod

Melchtal

Amar Chadha-Patel

Furst

Sam Keeley

Baumgarten