Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Nov 18, 1984
An impulsive visit to Ruritania at coronation time makes a dramatic change in the carefree life of Rudolf Rassendyll, a wealthy and aristocratic young Englishman.
The Rassendylls have a very unusual family relationship with the ruling house of Ruritania. With greatness suddenly thrust upon him, Rudolf must face an extraordinary and dangerous challenge.
Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Nov 25, 1984
Aristocratic young Englishman Rudolf Rassendyll is both cousin and double to King Rudolf of Ruritania. When the King is drugged by his enemies just before the coronation, Rudolf is asked to take his place....
Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Dec 2, 1984
Rudolf Rassendyll has succeeded in 'standing-in' for King Rudolf at his coronation. Now a terrible discovery awaits him at the hunting lodge....
Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Dec 9, 1984
Rudolf has gone to keep a rendezvous with Antoinette de Mauban - even though Sapt is convinced it is a trap....
Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Dec 16, 1984
When Rudolf refuses Rupert of Hentzau's proposition - betray his friends and keep the throne and Princess Flavia for himself-Rupert hurls a knife at him and escapes.
Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Dec 23, 1984
Rudolf has set off for Zenda castle with Colonel Sapt's small force, in a desperate attempt to rescue the King.
