"Exploring the Sensual Intrigue of 'Mary & George': A 17th Century Romp on Starz"

"Mary & George" on Starz is a juicy and soapy historical drama featuring Julianne Moore and Nicholas Galitzine in a potent romantic affair set in the last days of King James VI and I. The series is filled with steamy sex scenes, wicked humor, and icy pragmatism, making for delicious drama despite some flaws in tone. While Moore's performance as the ambitious and jaded Mary shines, the series lacks depth in character development and scope, focusing mainly on the Villiers' maneuvers without much consideration for the broader historical context.