What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe White Princess
Series · 2017
If you loved The White Princess, start with The White Princess (Philippa Gregory, 2013) — a book from the same story. Below: 3 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to The White Princess across media.
If you loved The White Princess, you are drawn to the high-stakes intersection of dynastic power struggles and personal survival.
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Books on the same thread
The Queen's Fool
Philippa Gregory · Book · 2004
Shares 2 threads with The White Princess: Betrayal, Historical Fiction.
Much like the tension in The White Princess, this story places a woman at the dangerous center of Tudor politics, where loyalty and love are secondary to survival.
The Boleyn Inheritance
Philippa Gregory · Book · 2008
Shares a thread with The White Princess: Historical Fiction.
Fans of The White Princess will recognize the brutal marriage politics and the constant threat of ruin that defined life for women within the volatile Tudor royal court.
The Women of the Cousins' War
Philippa Gregory, David Baldwin, Michael Jones · Book · 2011
Shares a thread with The White Princess: Royal Family.
This historical account provides the factual backbone for the dynastic conflicts seen in The White Princess, focusing on the powerful women who engineered the rise of the Tudor line.
Films on the same thread
Elizabeth: The Golden Age
Film · 2007
Shares 2 threads with The White Princess: Betrayal, Power Struggle.
This film captures the same atmosphere of betrayal and precarious power found in The White Princess, as a queen fights to maintain her grip on a shifting throne.
The Lion in Winter
Film · 1968
Shares 2 threads with The White Princess: Betrayal, Power Struggle.
If you enjoyed the fractured family dynamics in The White Princess, you will appreciate this intense portrayal of a royal couple locked in a bitter struggle for succession.
Pride & Prejudice
Film · 2005
Explores: Social Status, Marriage, Family Expectations.
While focused on the gentry, this story mirrors the marriage expectations and social maneuvering that Elizabeth of York navigated to secure her position in The White Princess.
The Favourite
Yorgos Lanthimos · Film · 2018
Explores: Political Intrigue, Power Dynamics, Queer Relationships.
This exploration of female rivalry and political maneuvering within a royal household echoes the sharp, competitive intimacy that complicated the relationships in The White Princess.
Podcasts on the same thread
Royal Exclusive
Podcast
Shares a thread with The White Princess: Royal family.
For those fascinated by the palace intrigue that drives The White Princess, this podcast offers a modern look at the same enduring themes of power and royal life.
The Archers
Podcast
Explores: family life, community, farming.
If you were captivated by the long-form character development and complex family relationships in The White Princess, you will find a similar depth in this long-running serialized drama.
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Common questions
Is The White Princess based on a book?
Yes, the 2017 television series The White Princess is based on the 2013 historical novel of the same name written by Philippa Gregory. The narrative focuses on the marriage between Elizabeth of York and Henry VII.
What is the plot of The White Princess?
The White Princess follows the story of Elizabeth of York, who is the daughter of the White Queen. The plot centers on her marriage to Henry VII, the victor of the Lancaster line, following the conclusion of the conflict between the houses of York and Lancaster.
Should I read the book The White Princess before watching the show?
You can choose to read the 2013 book The White Princess or watch the 2017 television adaptation first. Both works cover the same story regarding Elizabeth of York and her marriage to Henry VII, so the experience is consistent regardless of the order you choose.
Is The White Princess a standalone story?
The White Princess functions as a narrative centered on the marriage of Elizabeth of York and Henry VII. While it is based on the book by Philippa Gregory, the 2017 television show tells the specific story of these two historical figures following the Lancaster victory.