: Peter forces his religious advisor, Archie, to find a "divine sign" to justify a war, highlighting the tension between the church and Peter's whims.
: Catherine attempts to seduce and then persuade Orlo to help her overthrow Peter. After initial resistance and a failed attempt to flee, Orlo joins her when he realizes she offers a path to an enlightened Russia. 2. A Fake Beard
"" is the second episode of the first season of the satirical historical drama series The Great . It originally aired on May 15, 2020, on Hulu. Episode Summary : Peter forces his religious advisor, Archie, to
: The episode further establishes Peter's volatile nature, including his obsession with "beard taxes" and his bizarre methods of maintaining control over his nobles. Production Details Director : Colin Bucksey Writer : Tony McNamara Runtime : 53 minutes "" is the second episode of the first