The French Revolution (1989) is a Drama series that keeps its premise clear and easy to follow from the start. The pacing is measured, relying on a few strong moments rather than constant escalation. The cast, featuring Jean-François Balmer, Klaus Maria Brandauer, and François Cluzet, helps keep the story grounded. Ratings sit around 1.0/10, and it will likely land best with viewers who already enjoy the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date, check this page for the latest availability.
The French Revolution (1989)
First aired: October 25, 1989
Runtime: 26 min
Networks: France 2
Cast: Jean-François Balmer, Klaus Maria Brandauer, François Cluzet, Jane Seymour, Andrzej Seweryn, Peter Ustinov
A history of the French Revolution from the decision of the king to convene the Etats-Generaux in 1789 in order to deal with France's debt problem. The first part of the movie tells the story from 1789 until August 10, 1792 (when the King Louis XVI lost all his authority and was put in prison). The second part carries the story through the end of the terror in 1794, including the deaths by guillotine of Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette, Danton, and Desmoulins.
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