I have just rewatched the series after having watched it when it was first released. Whilst I thought the basic historical events were covered, a lot was glossed over in favour of overly dramatic commentary by the historical experts. As someone who has studied the topic and read all the usual books on the subject, I feel more could have been included, such as the many relations across Europe the coupe had, the relationships between kaiser wilhelm II and the family (a cousin of both Nicholas and Alexandra) , and the rescinded offer of sanctuary by king George V of Great Britain (also a first cousin to both Nicholas and Alexandra)
The script I felt lacked any real depth and was one dimensional.
What I would say is that contrary to many reviews I did not have a problem with the British accents, which I felt were appropriate, as many royal families employed English nannies for their children at this time, and English for many would have been spoken in the nursery. Indeed, the real Alexandra and Nicholas corresponded in English, and Alexandra herself, spent much of her childhood in England, as she was a granddaughter of Queen Victoria.
I thought the costumes were ok, but more could have been done with historical accuracy ( not one picture hat for Alexandra?) Overall a good effort though, would recommend as an introduction to the story.
What I would say is that contrary to many reviews I did not have a problem with the British accents, which I felt were appropriate, as many royal families employed English nannies for their children at this time, and English for many would have been spoken in the nursery. Indeed, the real Alexandra and Nicholas corresponded in English, and Alexandra herself, spent much of her childhood in England, as she was a granddaughter of Queen Victoria.
I thought the costumes were ok, but more could have been done with historical accuracy ( not one picture hat for Alexandra?) Overall a good effort though, would recommend as an introduction to the story.