Reign May 2026

is a historical romantic drama series that originally aired on The CW, centering on the early life and rise to power of Mary, Queen of Scots. Set in the 1500s, the show follows Mary as she arrives in the French court to secure a strategic alliance through her betrothal to Prince Francis. Plot Overview

The narrative begins with Mary living in a convent for protection until a poisoning attempt forces her move to France. Accompanied by her four ladies-in-waiting—Greer, Lola, Kenna, and Aylee—she must navigate a treacherous environment filled with political power plays, religious tension, and complex romantic entanglements. The show evolves from her time in the French court to her eventual return to Scotland and her fraught rivalry with Elizabeth I. is a historical romantic drama series that originally