archytele The Vault

Versailles 2015

“Those who come after us will think that they are just fairy tales...”

★ 7.7/10 · 228 votes TV-MA Drama 3 seasons · 30 eps Ended

Created by David Wolstencroft, Simon Mirren

Where to watch: Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesFandango At HomeThe Roku ChannelPluto TVPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TVFawesome
Quick answer

What is Versailles?

Versailles is a 2015 television drama series. The program depicts the story of a young Louis XIV on his journey to become the most powerful monarch in Europe.

Type
TV series
Year
2015
Status
Ended
Episodes
30
Runtime
52 minutes
First aired
Nov 16, 2015
Last aired
May 21, 2018
Original language
EN
Origin
FR
Networks
Canal+
Genres
Drama
Updated
Availability by region

Where to watch

Stream

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with Ads

With ads

Plex
Check current availability ↗

Streaming availability data provided by JustWatch via TMDB. Availability changes by country and date; verify on the provider before subscribing or purchasing.

Planning tool

How long to binge?

Estimate the schedule using 30 episodes and an average 52-minute runtime.

Trailer

Overview

Versailles is a 2015 television drama series. The program depicts the story of a young Louis XIV on his journey to become the most powerful monarch in Europe. The narrative follows his path from battles with the fronde through his development into the Sun King. Historical and fictional characters guide viewers through a world of betrayal and political maneuvering. The series reveals Versailles in all its glory and brutality.

franceroyal familyversaillesromancehistorical fictionkingperiod dramapolitical intrigue french courtpalace intriguehistorical dramacostume drama
Sources & verification Versailles — The Movie Database (TMDB) How Archytele verifies pages
Advertisement

Should you watch it?

“A young Louis XIV transforms from a vulnerable ruler into the absolute monarch known as the Sun King.”

# opulent# political# intense# dramatic
Reasons to watch
  • lavish production design
  • complex power struggles
Keep in mind
  • contains graphic violence
  • features mature themes

Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas focused on court intrigue and the consolidation of absolute power.

The series contains mature content including graphic violence and sexual themes.

Ask the Vault

Ask anything about Versailles — answers are spoiler-safe.

Your verdict

Is Versailles worth watching?

Cast

George Blagden Louis XIV
Alexander Vlahos Philippe d'Orléans, aka 'Monsieur'
Tygh Runyan Fabien Marchal
Stuart Bowman Alexandre Bontemps
Elisa Lasowski Queen Marie-Thérèse of Austria
Anna Brewster Athénaïs de Montespan
Evan Williams The Knight of Lorraine
Maddison Jaizani Sophie de Clermont, Duchess of Cassel
Steve Cumyn Jean-Baptiste Colbert
Joe Sheridan François de Louvois
Pip Torrens Cassel
Noémie Schmidt Henriette d'Angleterre

Episode guide

Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 10 episodes
Season 3 · 10 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

The series follows Louis XIV as he navigates political threats to establish his authority and build the palace of Versailles.

Does the show feature real historical figures?

Yes, the narrative incorporates both historical and fictional characters to depict the life of the French court.

What time period does the series cover?

The story begins with Louis XIV as a young man and chronicles his evolution into the Sun King.

Is the show purely historical?

The series blends historical events with fictional elements to explore the political maneuvering of the era.

What is the tone of the series?

The tone is characterized by the glory and brutality of the French court under Louis XIV.