The series features historical figures whose race is documented. King Edward VI, a historically white monarch, is portrayed by a Black actor. This constitutes a race swap.

The series reimagines historical family structures and arranged marriages through a modern, comedic lens, consistently questioning traditional gender roles and parental authority in favor of individual agency and evolving relationships.

The series satirizes the political and religious conflicts of the English Reformation, portraying both Protestant and Catholic factions as manipulative and hypocritical. Powerful figures use religion as a pretext for their ruthless pursuit of power, engaging in plots and betrayals. The narrative consistently highlights the cruelty and self-serving nature of these religious institutions and their leading adherents.