King Charles II and Queen Elizabeth I's final days are brought to life, as Professor Alice Roberts investigates their true causes of death.

Professor Roberts and forensic pathologist, Dr. Brett Lockyer, conduct a graphic post mortem exam of King Charles II's corpse, revealing a man who suffered from torture and poison. Alice explores causes of death and his hedonistic lifestyle.

Charles II

Professor Roberts and a forensic pathologist conduct a graphic, post mortem exam of Queen Elizabeth I's corpse, revealing an emaciated woman riddled with infections, and leaving them to question her ultimate cause of death.