1. Part 1

Newborn Titus Groan is destined to rule Gormenghast, a kingdom based on complicated and unbreakable traditions. Meanwhile an ambitious kitchen slave schemes to escape his destiny and overthrow the old order.

2. Part 2

Steerpike's secret machinations begin to throw Gormenghast into chaos and madness, threatening the reign of the future Earl Titus.

4. Part 4

After a string of tragedies, Titus must finally confront the scheming Steerpike and determine where his own destiny lies.