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Versailles (2009–)

Name: Versailles
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Cherie Lunghi, Samuel Theis, Florence Huige, Stanley Weber, Raphaëlle Agogué

Drama-documentary series recreating the story of the rise and fall of one of Europe's most splendid palaces.

1 season3 episodes168 min per episode★ 7.8 · 141 votes

Symbol of France’s glory, Versailles is probably the most splendid royal palace in Europe. From 1643 to 1792 it was the stage on which the most glorious period of the French Monarchy played out, until the darkest days, at the fall of the Bourbon dynasty. This collection offers a sensitive and endearing portrait of the monarchs and recreates their life, loves and political willpower.

First aired: July 18, 2009
Last episode: February 15, 2012
Network: BBC Two
Country of origin: United Kingdom