Every once in a while, a show comes along that rocks the streaming world, and "The Serpent Queen" is just the latest Recently ranked in the top 10 on Prime Video, it is one of the best streaming services out there with plenty of quality entertainment Even more impressive is its perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, a rating that is hard to come by, especially for a historical drama

With season two now airing, it's clear why everyone is talking about Catherine de Medici's cunning and ruthless rise to power Samantha Morton, best known for her role as Alpha on "The Walking Dead," takes the main stage once again as the Queen of France

If you're in the mood for a gripping, complex, and history-soaked production, this may be the show you want to reserve next on Prime Video Here are some details about "The Serpent Queen," along with what the critics have to say about it

"The Serpent Queen" is a historical drama series focusing on the life of Catherine de Medici (Samantha Morton), one of the most powerful and controversial figures in European history

The program delves into Catherine's rise from a young, orphaned noblewoman of Italian descent to Queen of France, beginning with her arrival at the French court as a teenage bride to King Henry II Faced with a loveless marriage, a foreign court that views her with suspicion, and the pressure of having to produce an heir, Catherine proves shrewd, resourceful, and ruthless when necessary, despite the many challenges she faces

"The Serpent Queen" portrays Queen Catherine not merely as a victim of circumstance, but as a master strategist who uses intelligence, political awareness, and sometimes ruthless tactics to survive and ultimately wield immense power

It is rare for a show to have a 100% rating for two seasons, but "The Serpent Queen" did just that on Rotten Tomatoes

Fiona Sturgess of the Financial Times commented on how entertaining the drama is: "With its spicy language and "Fleabag"-esque camera perspective, this contemporary imagining of Catherine's life is great fun"

Most critics, however, were impressed with Morton's performance as the titular character; Clint Worthington of RogertEbert says: "When Morton slinks across the screen in her dark gown and arched eyebrows, her enveloping tightness It's easy to lose yourself in the Meanwhile, Matthew Gilbert of the Boston Globe says: "Samantha Morton has made a strong career of it and is perfect for the role She represents a woman who is doing what she can to survive in a man's world, rather than warning of evil or the occult"

Audiences praised the historical drama for its "incredible script and intrigue" and for being "refreshingly unique" Others wanted to keep watching because of its "witty, dark, and well-timed humor"

Judging by the number of reviews and audience praise, it seems clear that "The Serpent Queen" is definitely worth seeing if you like historical fiction The film has plenty of dark humor and enough character development to make it entertaining and engaging

Of course, some may need to be in a certain mood or mindset before watching such a heavy historical drama For a more relaxed viewing experience, check out our guide to the best Netflix comedies available for streaming right now We also have a list of the best fantasy shows on Prime Video

Stream Season 1 of "The Serpent Queen" on Prime Video and Season 2 with a subscription to Starz