Drama | History
Station:
France 2 (FR)
Status:
Ended
Start:
2024-09-16
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France, 1557. At Mespech Castle, the harmony between masters and servants is about to be broken by religious wars. Having embraced the new Protestant movement, Jean de Siorac, a well-respected humanist knight and head of his family, has no choice but to resort to violence to defend his community. His wife Isabelle, a fervent Catholic, is struggling to exist in a world ruled by men. Their sons, Pierre and François, are thrown into adulthood, torn asunder, just like their religiously divided country. Forced to contend with their adversaries, the Sioracs must remain close as they strive to overcome their differences and defend their ideal of tolerance.
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S1E4 - La médaille
After their conversion, Siorac and Sauveterre yearn for peace, despite the resistance of Isabelle and the other women of the house. Outside the castle, the country is torn apart. Taken hostage by a fanatical Protestant leader, Isabelle is saved in extremis by Siorac. The couple reconcile, Isabelle is pregnant again.
Air Date: 23 Sep 2024 15:05 (CDT)
S1E5 - La peste
Isabelle's death leaves Jean inconsolable and Pierre carrying a heavy secret. The plague ravages the region. Fontenac, the sworn enemy, begs Siorac to save his daughter Diane who is suffering from the disease. Jean agrees on the condition that she be quarantined, and succeeds in curing her. François falls madly in love with Diane, while Pierre discovers love with Hélix.
Air Date: 30 Sep 2024 14:10 (CDT)
S1E6 - Père et fils
The courage of the Sioracs, father and son, saved Sarlat from starvation. During a ceremony in their honor in front of the entire town, a demonstration duel between Pierre and François turns into a merciless brawl. François reveals Pierre's Catholic medal, provoking Siorac's anger. Disobeying his father, François asks Fontenac for Diane's hand, who sets a trap for Siorac.
Air Date: 30 Sep 2024 15:05 (CDT)