The Great

The character of Orlo appears to be loosely based on the similarly named real-life figure Grigory Orlov, who led the coup that overthrew Peter.

SPOILER: In the series, Peter constantly tries to keep the memories of his mother alive, as he grew up with her around. Peter's mother is also stated as having been the previous Empress Consort. However, in reality, his mother was Grand Duchess Anna Petrovna of Russia and, a few days after giving birth to him, she died at the age of 20 from a postpartum infection and Peter III's predecessor was Empress Elizabeth, his mother's sister - Who is presented as the dotty, old relative. Empress Elizabeth in face helped arrange his marriage to Catherine, and only upon her death Peter ascended the throne.

Featured in The 72nd Primetime Emmy Awards (2020)