The series 'My Lady Jane' presents a feminist retelling of Lady Jane Grey's story from a comedic and fantasy perspective, challenging historical gender norms. The creators, Gemma Burgess and Meredith Glynn, were inspired by Jane Grey's compelling tale and sought to provide an alternative, empowering narrative for women in history. The show, based on a bestselling novel, reimagines Jane's life with added fantasy elements and explores her relationships within the Tudor world. Actress Emily Bader, portraying Jane, views the role as an opportunity to subvert traditional historical tropes and offer a fresh perspective on Jane's fate, emphasizing empowerment and agency for the character. 'My Lady Jane' aims to deliver a female-centric, action-packed narrative that appeals to a broad audience, expanding on the original source material with new characters and storylines.