* King John: A controversial and weak king, known for signing the Magna Carta.
* Richard II: Deposed by his cousin, Henry Bolingbroke, in a rebellion.
* Henry IV: Both parts of this play focus on Henry IV, his attempts to maintain his throne, and the rebellion of his son, Prince Hal (who becomes Henry V).
* Henry V: A popular king, renowned for his victory at the Battle of Agincourt.
* Henry VI: This is a three-part play chronicling the reign of Henry VI, a weak and ineffective king during the Wars of the Roses.
* Richard III: A ruthless and ambitious king who seized the throne through violence and treachery.
* Henry VIII: A play focusing on Henry VIII's reign, his break from the Catholic Church, and his marriages.
It's important to note that the historical accuracy of Shakespeare's history plays varies. While they draw inspiration from real events and figures, he often takes creative liberties with the details to serve his dramatic purpose.