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"Love is the most dangerous subject."
Mary, Queen of Scots, faces political and sexual intrigue in the treacherous world of the French court.
Created By
Laurie McCarthy, Stephanie Sengupta
Network
The CW
Episodes
78
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Prime Video
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Overview
Reign has 4 seasons with 78 episodes spanning 2013-2017.
Rating
With a 8.0/10 rating from 865 votes, Reign is considered highly rated.
Year context
Reign first aired 13 years ago in 2013.
CAST (12)
Adelaide Kane
Mary Stuart
Will Kemp
Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley
Dan Jeannotte
James Stuart
Megan Follows
Catherine de' Medici
Celina Sinden
Greer
Craig Parker
Stéphane Narcisse
Jonathan Goad
John Knox
Rachel Skarsten
Elizabeth I of England
Spencer MacPherson
Charles IX of France
Ben Geurens
Gideon Blackburn
Daniel Matmor
Oliver
Manolo Cardona
Príncipe Thomás de Portugal
SEASONS (4 seasons, 78 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Mary arrives in France to formalize her arranged marriage to Prince Francis, but complications arise when she meets his attractive half brother and skeptical mother…
02
Snakes in the Garden
Mary and Francis play up their romance after an English envoy expresses doubts about their union. Elsewhere, Catherine seeks to eliminate an individual who's aware…
03
Kissed
A Portuguese prince offers much-needed aid to Scotland if Mary accepts his marriage proposal and break things off with Francis. Elsewhere, Francis' feelings for Mary…
04
Hearts and Minds
Mary has a chance to get out of her engagement, but it requires lying and sentencing a man to death. Meanwhile, Francis and Bash suspect…
05
A Chill in the Air
An ex-lover of Francis' arrives and brings danger with her, so an uneasy Mary turns to Bash for comfort. Meanwhile, Queen Catherine persuades Aylee to…
06
Chosen
Francis observes the growing bond between Mary and Bash, so he turns to Olivia. Meanwhile, Catherine wants to ensure that whoever threatened Mary is captured;…
07
Left Behind
Mary and Francis are taken hostage when the castle falls under siege, and Catherine makes a shocking suggestion in an effort to save them. Meanwhile,…
08
Fated
Nostradamus shares with Mary his prophecy about a death, which leads Mary to make a big decision concerning Francis. Meanwhile, Clarissa gets brazen as she…
09
For King and Country
Mary and Bash return to the castle, where Catherine remains resolved to keep Francis safe from Mary. Meanwhile, Francis learns of the dark prophecy, but…
10
Sacrifice
An assassination attempt is made on Bash's life, and Catherine appears to be responsible for it. Meanwhile, Mary offers assistance to a jailed peasant who…
11
Inquisition
Henry claims Catherine has committed treason and adultery, so she attempts to save herself by shedding light on a dark part of Bash's past, and…
12
Royal Blood
Clarissa kidnaps Henry and Catherine's youngest sons, so Catherine turns to Mary and Bash for help. Elsewhere, Lola tries to assist her brother with a…
13
The Consummation
Mary must decide whether to marry Bash or Francis, who returns accompanied by Lola. Meanwhile, Mary's mother visits and pushes her own agenda, and her…
14
Dirty Laundry
Mary's honeymoon ends and she returns to the castle. Meanwhile, Lola displays some odd behavior, which leads to a secret being exposed; Bash finds a…
15
The Darkness
A matchmaking event is held for the women in the castle, but Lola doesn't want to take part in it. Meanwhile, Kenna grows frightened when…
16
Monsters
Bash saves Francis' life while they're in the woods exploring the latest ominous threat. Meanwhile, Henry becomes obsessed with a servant who won a contest;…
17
Liege Lord
Mary uncovers her marriage contract's secret clause, which was added by Catherine and her mother, so she and Francis attempt to persuade the people of…
18
No Exit
Mary's brother visits and asks her to return to Scotland, but Francis is suspicious of his motives. Meanwhile, Penelope takes command as Henry's mental instability…
19
Toy Soldiers
Mary's uncle arrives at the castle and brings dire news about her mother, forcing Mary and Francis to make a tough choice about priorities. Meanwhile,…
20
Higher Ground
Mary hires a mercenary to help her save Scotland. Meanwhile, Francis prepares France to wage war on England, and Leith becomes his ally in this…
21
Long Live the King
Mary teams up with Catherine to deal with Henry, whose deranged behavior puts Francis at risk. Elsewhere, Bash resolves to destroy the Darkness after meeting…
22
Slaughter of Innocence
Mary and Francis take drastic action in response to Henry's madness. Meanwhile, a terror in the woods puts everyone in peril; and Mary makes a…
SEASON 2
01
The Plague
Francis and Mary's new rule is threatened when a plague ravages the land. Kenna's life is at risk. Greer discovers something shocking about Leith.
02
Drawn and Quartered
A powerful and dominating Lord learns Mary was responsible for his son's death, he demands retribution. Francis and Lola return to the castle with their…
03
Coronation
Mary searches for a way to feed the people of France; Francis is haunted by suspicions about his dead father's spirit; Catherine plans a lavish…
04
The Lamb and the Slaughter
Shadowy riders have attacked a shepherd, Lord Conde and Bash investigate. Mary reconsiders her relationship with Lola. Leith returns to court.
05
Blood for Blood
Tension rises between the Catholics and the Protestants. Francis receives a gift from his dead father. Kenna is shocked by a discovery.
06
Three Queens
Mary and Catherine have to hide their identities when they meet a mob of angry peasants. Lola wants to become independent.
07
The Prince of the Blood
Princess Claude makes a surprise visit home. The princess is known to be a provocative and reckless young woman. Greer's wedding tour ends earlier than…
08
Terror of the Faithful
Some Vatican inquisitors punish those believed to be a Protestant. Lord Condé ends up being abducted.
09
Acts of War
Bash and Francis come up with a daring plan whilst Mary has a surprising proposal for Claude.
10
Mercy
Francis comes to a surprising decision. Mary takes part in a treacherous mission with Lord Condé.
11
Getaway
Mary attempts to help Condé after finding out that the Vatican is after him.
12
Banished
Mary ends up doing something unexpected. The rivalry between Francis and Condé increases.
13
Sins of the Past
As they prepare for a feast, King Antoine tells Francis and Mary about England's plans for revenge.
14
The End of Mourning
As Mary and Francis investigate who was behind the poisoning of King Henry (Alan Van Sprang), they unearth secrets of the past which force Mary…
15
Forbidden
Mary's mother (guest star Amy Brenneman) returns to advise Mary that her throne is in jeopardy. Mary makes a shocking proposition to Conde, along with…
16
Tasting Revenge
Francis makes a surprising move after being threatened by King Antoine; Bash and Kenna's marriage is in trouble; Leith makes a discovery about Greer's new…
17
Tempting Fate
Catherine is suspicious that Mary and Condé are having an affair; Francis becomes ill; Bash's life is in peril; Leith is forced to guard Claude.
18
Reversal of Fortune
Mary becomes the temporary leader of France; Catherine asks Narcisse for help beating Mary at her own game; Bash sees a familiar face in the…
19
Abandoned
Mary aligns herself with France as the threat of England looms; Condé makes an audacious move; Kenna and Gen. Renaude grow closer.
20
Fugitive
Mary takes extreme measures as she tries to stop Francis from catching Condé; a jealous Catherine wants Narcisse to prove himself; Greer makes a decision…
21
The Siege
Francis and Mary are forced to set aside their differences and determine the extent of Condé's betrayal; Catherine teaches Narcisse a lesson; Bash brings Delphine…
22
Burn
As Francis thinks Mary is turning against France, she risks everything to take Condé down; Catherine meets with Queen Elizabeth; Kenna's secret will seal the…
SEASON 3
01
Three Queens, Two Tigers
Queen Mary struggles to hold on to her power in Scotland amidst Queen Elizabeth's campaign to sabotage her with the help of a new ally…
02
Betrothed
Elizabeth must deal with the political backlash of harboring Catherine in England, while Catherine is imprisoned upon her return to France. Mary is forced to…
03
Extreme Measures
When King Antoine unexpectedly returns to Court, Mary must help Francis hide his weakening condition long enough to secure his family's future. With the Throne…
04
The Price
After Mary receives an urgent message from her ailing mother about the dire situation in Scotland, she finds herself looking to Francis for aid. Catherine…
05
In A Clearing
Grateful for a future with a revived Francis, Mary considers signing away her claim to the English throne, and staying in France forever. Catherine learns…
06
Fight or Flight
Mary realizes she must help Catherine in her quest to become regent, even at the risk of hurting the alliance with Scotland. Claude is determined…
07
The Hound and the Hare
Mary unearths a dark secret being kept by a Spanish prince, so she seeks Catherine's counsel. Meanwhile, suspicion surrounds a new ambassador from English court;…
08
Our Undoing
Mary must marry again in order to help Scotland, whose welfare she has to prioritize over her heart. Meanwhile, Catherine is accused of poisoning Francis,…
09
Wedlock
Claude is forced to marry someone selected by Narcisse. Meanwhile, a surprising discovery is made by Elizabeth, and it could alter her reign; and Mary…
10
Bruises That Lie
Mary's feelings for Gideon are hard to suppress, but she does her best as she seeks political allies. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Greer face gut-wrenching scenarios;…
11
Succession
Charles' coronation nears, forcing Mary to find a suitor who will be her ally. Meanwhile, Lola discovers who's been poisoning Elizabeth; and the castle's serial…
12
No Way Out
Mary must prioritize her life over her cousin's. Meanwhile, Lola and Elizabeth unexpectedly join forces; Catherine can't escape her past; and Mary and Gideon begin…
13
Strange Bedfellows
Mary, in order to protect Elizabeth, unknowingly puts Gideon’s life in danger. To save him, Mary turns to another Englishman for help – Robert Dudley.…
14
To the Death
Mary realizes she must return to Scotland and raise an army to save her throne; Lola gets caught while trying to help Elizabeth find information…
15
Safe Passage
Mary learns from Lola that she has a chance to get to Scotland safely, but she must act quietly and quickly. When Catherine is framed for…
16
Clans
When Mary arrives in Scotland, she is stunned by the treacherous world it has become and is forced her to keep her royal identity a…
17
Intruders
When Mary is presumed dead, Elizabeth asks for Lola's help in taking the Scottish crown for herself; James must defend Mary's throne from John Knox;…
18
Spiders in a Jar
Mary makes a bold move to defend her reign in Scotland, which results in a battle royale with her cousin, Elizabeth. Lola is accused of…
SEASON 4
01
With Friends Like These
Queen Mary, unsure who to trust, tests her brother James to ensure his loyalty after hearing of his meeting with John Knox. Queen Elizabeth agrees…
02
A Grain of Deception
Queen Mary discovers there is a leak amongst her advisors and sets out to uncover the traitor. Queen Elizabeth enlists Narcisse to further her quest…
03
Leaps of Faith
Gideon shows Mary what life could be like if she chose love over country. Catherine fights to cover King Charles' increasingly erratic behavior, while Claude…
04
Playing with Fire
When Lord Darnley surprises Mary with a visit in Scotland, Mary sees a glimmer of a union that could be more than just political. Elizabeth…
05
Highland Games
In order to get Mary to agree to a marriage, Lord Darnley must demonstrate his loyalty when she voices her concerns about his true intentions.…
06
Love & Death
Mary must deal with the political repercussions of a potential marriage to Lord Darnley and King Charles disappears, leaving Catherine to pick up the pieces.…
07
Hanging Swords
When Darnley gets a surprise visitor, his marriage to Mary hangs in the balance. Elizabeth learns her attempt to stop Mary backfired. Meanwhile, Catherine and…
08
Uncharted Waters
As Mary’s upcoming wedding looms, a terrible tragedy pushes Mary and Darnley apart, forcing Mary to enlist in Catherine’s help. Elizabeth encounters a traitor to…
09
Pulling Strings
Mary and Darnley wed in a lavish affair, which proves to be a successful decision in regards to her political standing. James makes an interesting…
10
A Better Man
Mary contemplates how to take over the English throne; Elizabeth struggles to find an appropriate suitor to marry. James gets caught up in a scheme…
11
Dead of Night
Mary and Darnley are at odds as their plan to seize England is put into action. Elizabeth is conflicted about her feelings for Gideon. Catherine's…
12
The Shakedown
After a tragic earthquake hits Scotland, Mary must face John Knox amidst claims that she isn't coming to the aid of her people. Elizabeth takes…
13
Coup de Grace
Darnley teams up with John Knox to strip Mary of her throne, which will leave a close friend of Mary's dead. Elizabeth must banish Gideon…
14
A Bride. A Box. A Body.
Mary pursues justice by launching a counterattack on her conspirators. Elizabeth suffers a major setback, and it turns her world upside down.
15
Blood in the Water
Mary’s life hangs in the balance — Childbirth threatens to take Mary’s life, which leaves her and her unborn child’s safety in jeopardy. Elizabeth discovers…
16
All It Cost Her
In the series finale, Mary changes the course of history with a decision she makes, and her perilous move for survival causes her to have…
SERIES INFO
4
Seasons
78
Episodes
42 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Laurie McCarthy
Creator
Stephanie Sengupta
Showrunner
Brad Silberling
NETWORKS (1)
The CW
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Reign about?
Mary, Queen of Scots, faces political and sexual intrigue in the treacherous world of the French court.
Where can I watch Reign?
Reign is available on Prime Video, Paramount+, Stan, 7plus, The CW. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Reign have?
Reign has 4 seasons with 78 episodes total.
Who created Reign?
Reign was created by Laurie McCarthy and Stephanie Sengupta.
Who stars in Reign?
The cast of Reign includes Adelaide Kane, Will Kemp, Dan Jeannotte, Megan Follows, Celina Sinden.
What is the rating of Reign?
Reign has a rating of 8.0 out of 10 based on 865 votes on TMDB.
Is Reign still running?
Reign has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Drama
