In the Season 1 finale of The Tudors, history and drama collide. We break down the truth behind Cardinal Wolsey’s downfall, Sir Thomas More’s actions, and Anne Boleyn’s court intrigue. See what really happened in Henry VIII’s England and what was pure fiction.

As sweating sickness spreads across Tudor England, this episode of The Tudors mixes historical accuracy with fictional flair. From Anne Boleyn's illness to Henry VIII's herbal remedies and Thomas More’s heresy fears, here’s what the show got right and what it invented.

Did Henry Fitzroy really die as a child? Was Catherine of Aragon helpless during her divorce? And how much of Anne Boleyn’s seduction is true? This fact check of The Tudors Season 1, Episode 5 separates the real Tudor history from the fictional drama.

Did Margaret Tudor really murder the King of Portugal? Was Thomas Tallis gay? Did Martin Luther really insult Henry VIII? This detailed fact check for The Tudors Season 1, Episode 4 dives into all the historical liberties and errors, plus what the show got right.