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Quentin Durward (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Series · ★ 7

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Released in 1971, Quentin Durward is a history series.

What it’s about. Quentin Durward is a French-German swashbuckler TV series. It was produced in 1970, directed by Gilles Grangier and broadcast in 1971. The series starred the German actor Amadeus August as the protagonist and the French actress Marie-France Boyer as Isabelle de Croye. The series was based on Sir Walter Scott's in 1823 published novel Quentin Durward. It concerns a Scottish soldier who serves French King Louis XI while the King has to overcome the schemes of his rival Charles the Bold and Jean Balue. The TV series kept close to the classic novel and was often shot at historic French locations. The French version consists of 7 instalments of 52 minutes each, while the dubbed German version had 13 episodes of about 25 minutes apiece. Both versions have been made available on DVD.

Who’s in it. Quentin Durward stars Amadeus August as Quentin Durward, Marie-France Boyer as Isabelle de Croye, Georges Marchal as Crèvecoeur and Jacques Monod as Cardinal La Balue, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Quentin Durward 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 Quentin Durward page.

If you liked it. Fans of Quentin Durward tend to enjoy Moses and the Ten Commandments.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Quentin Durward (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Quentin Durward change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Quentin Durward worth watching?
Quentin Durward holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Quentin Durward?
Quentin Durward stars Amadeus August, Marie-France Boyer, Georges Marchal, Jacques Monod and Clarisse Deudon.
When was Quentin Durward released?
Quentin Durward was released in 1971.