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Prime Video's latest release is putting a modern spin on the tragic true story of Lady Jane Grey, who holds the title for the shortest reign in British history. Jane Grey was queen for just nine days, from July 10, 1553, to July 19, 1553, leaving her with the apt nickname the “Nine-Day Queen.” Her tumultuous short reign and her reported love for learning are reimagined in “My Lady Jane.
When Edward VI's illness turned fatal just weeks later, in June 1553, he officially named Lady Jane Grey — and her hopefully male heirs — the future monarchs. The king died on July 6, and Jane inherited the crown on July 9, 1553. But the 17-year-old didn't want the throne and refused to wear the crown. Mary soon sought revenge by using her Catholic supporters to raise an army and demand she be named queen as the eldest daughter of Henry VIII.
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