Synopsis
The song, titled ''Matilda(s) & Stephen ... & Henry,'' is a parody of ABBA and features characters from the Norman era fighting over the throne.
- Programme: Horrible Histories
- Series: 5
- Episode: 10
- Channel: CBBC
- Broadcast year: 2013
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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