Richelieu (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Series · ★ 9.5
Released in 1977, Richelieu is a war & politics and family series.
What it’s about. In a France fractured by court rivalries and personal ambitions, Richelieu moves without ornament. No flourish, no glory — only the cold machinery of power. Caught between a hesitant king, a nobility dreaming of defiance, and enemies multiplying on every front, the cardinal enforces his line: centralize, control, crush resistance. The series follows a strategist who doesn’t hide behind morality. He acts to keep the State standing, even if it means breaking those who stand in his way. Espionage, secret negotiations, decisive strikes... Richelieu plays a game where mistakes are fatal, and the survival of the kingdom rests on one man willing to go further than all the others
Who’s in it. Richelieu stars Marco Perrin as Henri IV, Maria Wimmer as Marie de Médicis, Maryvonne Schiltz as Léonora Galigaï and Mireille Audibert as La jolie dame de Paris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, Richelieu sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Richelieu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Richelieu tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Band of Brothers, Game of Thrones and Shōgun.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Richelieu (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Richelieu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Richelieu worth watching?
- Richelieu holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war & politics and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Richelieu?
- Richelieu stars Marco Perrin, Maria Wimmer, Maryvonne Schiltz, Mireille Audibert and Georges Descrières.
- When was Richelieu released?
- Richelieu was released in 1977.