How many episodes of The Great is Gillian Anderson in?

The Great season 2 brought in several exciting new characters, including Peter’s father via a hallucination and Catherine and Peter’s son Paul. But no character’s entrance was more anticipated than Catherine’s mother Joanna, played by the legendary Gillian Anderson. Read on to find out more about her character and how many episodes you can catch her in.

Who does Gillian Anderson play in The Great?

Gillian Anderson plays Catherine’s mother Joanna in the show. Catherine is thrilled that her mother is visiting but wants everything to be perfect, as her expectations are high. However, when Joanna arrives, she and Catherine find themselves clashing over Catherine’s actions and future.

Joanna also causes some trouble in the blossoming relationship between her and Peter, even coming onto Catherine’s husband. Is it only to protect Catherine? Or does Joanna have more personal ulterior motives?

How many episodes of The Great is Gillian Anderson in?

Anderson is in two episodes of The Great season 2, though her presence and impact on the series last far after her final appearance.

Which episodes of The Great is she in?

The Great — “Stapler” – Episode 207 — Catherine’s team is falling apart and she begins doubting her reign when her mother comes to visit. She works hard to hide the realities of the court from her mother and puts on a science fair for which Russia must come up with the best invention. Catherine (Elle Fanning), shown. (Photo by: Gareth Gatrell/Hulu) /

Gillian Anderson is in season 2 episode 7 “Stapler” and episode 8 “Five Days.” “Stapler” sees Catherine hosting an international science fair, while “Five Days” shows Catherine in the final moments before giving birth to Paul.

Will Gillian Anderson return for The Great season 3?

It is unlikely that Gillian Anderson will return for season 3 considering that [SPOILER!] she died after falling out of a window, but The Great often employs wild and untraditional storytelling methods, so we’re not ruling it out completely! It’s possible we could see Anderson return in a flashback or hallucination.

What has Gillian Anderson said about working on The Great?

In an interview with Collider, Anderson said that she was drawn to the role because of its humor and irreverence. She also noted that both Elle Fanning (who plays her daughter Catherine) and Nicholas Hoult (who plays Peter) made her feel very welcome on set.

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