TV Series · Ended

Scarlet & Black

1993 – 1993

Ewan McGregor stars in this BBC adaptation of Stendahl's classic novel. The handsome young Julien Sorel (Ewan McGregor) believes that he has a better chance of furthering his position in society if he chooses to enter the church (the black) rather than the army (the scarlet), and is found a position by his mentor Father Chélan as tutor to the children of the powerful Monsieur De Rénal. Julien finds favour with the children, rapidly becoming a beloved member of the household. However, when his relationship with Madame De Rénal (Alice Krige) goes beyond the professional, Julien's future is dramatically altered.

Network

BBC Two

Country

United Kingdom

Language

English

IMDb

tt0106124