Consigned to the Tower of London in her youth, Elizabeth I survived to turn Britain into a world power. Michael Portillo argues the case for the queen as being the most remarkable leader this country has ever had.
Tristram Hunt proposes Sir Isaac Newton on Friday at 9pm.
Director Jonathan Stedall; Series producer Mark Harrison
Great Britons Collection at 11.20pm is showing the drama Elizabeth R
BBCi: special interactive features are available to digital viewers
RT SHOP: Great Britons: the Great Debate, which accompanies the series, can be purchased for £13.99 (including p&p) by calling [number removed]