Quentin Durward 1971
“The honor of a Scotsman, the fate of a kingdom.”
What is Quentin Durward?
Quentin Durward is a French-German television series. It was produced by Gilles Grangier and broadcast in 1971.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 7
- First aired
- Jan 28, 1971
- Last aired
- Mar 11, 1971
- Original language
- FR
- Origin
- FR
- Networks
- ORTF Télévision 2
- Genres
- History
- Updated
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Quentin Durward is a French-German television series. It was produced by Gilles Grangier and broadcast in 1971. The series is based on a novel by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1823. The series stars Amadeus August as the protagonist and Marie-France Boyer as Isabelle de Croye. The production kept close to the classic novel and was often shot at historic French locations. The series concerns the story of a Scottish soldier who serves a French king while the king deals with the schemes of his rivals.
Should you watch it?
“A Scottish soldier navigates political intrigue and danger while serving the French King Louis XI.”
- features authentic historic French locations
- stays faithful to the classic novel
- limited availability for modern audiences
Watch it if you enjoy classic historical dramas based on literature by Sir Walter Scott.
The series is a period swashbuckler featuring political schemes and conflict.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 7 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 28, 1971
- E2 Episode 2 Feb 4, 1971
- E3 Episode 3 Feb 11, 1971
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 18, 1971
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 25, 1971
- E6 Episode 6 Mar 4, 1971
- E7 Episode 7 Mar 11, 1971
Frequently asked questions
When was the series released?
The series was produced in 1970 and broadcast in 1971.
Who directed the series?
The series was directed by Gilles Grangier.
What is the source material?
It is based on the 1823 novel Quentin Durward by Sir Walter Scott.
Who plays the lead role?
The German actor Amadeus August stars as the protagonist.
Which actress plays Isabelle de Croye?
The French actress Marie-France Boyer plays the role of Isabelle de Croye.