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The Great Fire

Episode 2

Season 1 Episode 2 | 44m 01s

Thomas flees the burning city with his family. Shocked at the speed of the inferno’s spread, Pepys calls on the king to address the mayor’s failing efforts. Thomas’ sister-in-law, Sarah, is imprisoned in Newgate as her son searches for her.

Aired: 01/31/24
Extras
Watch • 45:35
The Great Fire
Episode 1
In the sweltering London summer of 1666, fire breaks out in Thomas Farriner’s bakery.
Episode: S1 E1 | 45:35
Watch • 45:10
The Great Fire
Episode 3
The king is informed of a Catholic plot against him, allegedly led by his brother.
Episode: S1 E3 | 45:10
Watch • 45:03
The Great Fire
Episode 4
King Charles finally takes action. Sarah is presented as the fire’s instigator.
Episode: S1 E4 | 45:03
Latest Episodes
Watch • 45:35
The Great Fire
Episode 1
In the sweltering London summer of 1666, fire breaks out in Thomas Farriner’s bakery.
Episode: S1 E1 | 45:35
Watch • 45:10
The Great Fire
Episode 3
The king is informed of a Catholic plot against him, allegedly led by his brother.
Episode: S1 E3 | 45:10
Watch • 45:03
The Great Fire
Episode 4
King Charles finally takes action. Sarah is presented as the fire’s instigator.
Episode: S1 E4 | 45:03