BBC’s 2026 drama *1536* portrays three Essex women’s lives during Anne Boleyn’s arrest, highlighting misogyny and power in Tudor England.

The BBC has announced *1536*, an eight-part dark comedy drama set in Tudor England, based on Ava Pickett’s stage play. The series, premiering in 2026, follows three working-class women in an Essex village during Anne Boleyn’s arrest, exploring how political turmoil and rising misogyny impacted ordinary lives. Produced by Drama Republic, it blends historical drama with satire, emphasizing themes of power, resilience, and systemic injustice. While casting and exact release details are pending, the show is positioned as a bold, female-driven reimagining of a well-known era, drawing parallels to contemporary issues.