A Tale of Two Cities (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1980, A Tale of Two Cities is a drama series.
What it’s about. Set against the conditions leading up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror, French doctor Alexandre Manette serves an 18-year imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris, followed by his release to live in London with the daughter he has never met.
Who’s in it. A Tale of Two Cities stars Paul Shelley as Charles Darnay / Sydney Carton, Ralph Michael as Dr Alexandre Manette, Sally Osborne as Lucie Manette and Vivien Merchant as Miss Pross, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, A Tale of Two Cities has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Tale of Two Cities page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Tale of Two Cities tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Tale of Two Cities (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Tale of Two Cities change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Tale of Two Cities worth watching?
- A Tale of Two Cities holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Tale of Two Cities?
- A Tale of Two Cities stars Paul Shelley, Ralph Michael, Sally Osborne, Vivien Merchant and Nigel Stock.
- When was A Tale of Two Cities released?
- A Tale of Two Cities was released in 1980.