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The Pillars of the Earth

  • TV Mini Series
  • 20102010
  • TV-MATV-MA
  • 1h
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8.0/10
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Donald Sutherland, Rufus Sewell, Matthew Macfadyen, Ian McShane, Eddie Redmayne, and Hayley Atwell in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
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Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.Set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart.

IMDb RATING
8.0/10
31K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
1,354
85
  • Stars
    • Ian McShane
    • Matthew Macfadyen
    • Eddie Redmayne
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  • Stars
    • Ian McShane
    • Matthew Macfadyen
    • Eddie Redmayne
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    • 101User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
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    • Won 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 5 wins & 35 nominations total

    Episodes8

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    1 Season
    2010

    Videos4

    The Pillars of the Earth: The Complete Mini-Series
    Trailer 1:51
    The Pillars of the Earth: The Complete Mini-Series
    The Pillars Of The Earth (French Trailer 1 Subtitled)
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    The Pillars Of The Earth (French Trailer 1 Subtitled)
    The Pillars Of The Earth (English Trailer 1)
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    The Pillars Of The Earth (English Trailer 1)
    The Pillars Of The Earth
    Trailer 1:54
    The Pillars Of The Earth

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    Rufus Sewell and Natalia Wörner in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Donald Sutherland in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Ian McShane in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Hayley Atwell in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Eddie Redmayne and Hayley Atwell in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Matthew Macfadyen and Eddie Redmayne in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Tony Curran and Ian McShane in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Rufus Sewell, Matthew Macfadyen, and Liam Garrigan in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Robert Bathurst and Sarah Parish in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Natalia Wörner in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Rufus Sewell and Natalia Wörner in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
    Donald Sutherland and Robert Bathurst in The Pillars of the Earth (2010)

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    Ian McShane
    Ian McShane
    • Waleran Bigodas Waleran Bigod
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Matthew Macfadyen
    Matthew Macfadyen
    • Philipas Philip
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Eddie Redmayne
    Eddie Redmayne
    • Jackas Jack
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Hayley Atwell
    Hayley Atwell
    • Alienaas Aliena
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Sarah Parish
    Sarah Parish
    • Regan Hamleighas Regan Hamleigh
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Natalia Wörner
    Natalia Wörner
    • Ellenas Ellen
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Anatole Taubman
    Anatole Taubman
    • Remigiusas Remigius
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    John Pielmeier
    • Cuthbertas Cuthbert
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Robert Bathurst
    Robert Bathurst
    • Percy Hamleighas Percy Hamleigh
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Clive Wood
    Clive Wood
    • King Henry Ias King Henry I
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Sam Claflin
    Sam Claflin
    • Richardas Richard
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Liam Garrigan
    Liam Garrigan
    • Alfredas Alfred
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    David Oakes
    David Oakes
    • William Hamleighas William Hamleigh
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Tony Curran
    Tony Curran
    • Stephenas Stephen
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Donald Sutherland
    Donald Sutherland
    • Bartholomewas Bartholomew
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Alison Pill
    Alison Pill
    • Maudas Maud
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    Gordon Pinsent
    Gordon Pinsent
    • Archbishopas Archbishop
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
    László Áron
    László Áron
    • Architectas Architect
    8 episodes8 eps • 2010
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    Storyline

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    The Pillars of the Earth is set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles which tears lives and families apart. In that time, there rises a magnificent Cathedral in Kingsbridge. Against the backdrop, love-stories entwine: Tom, the master builder, Aliena, the noblewoman, the sadistic Lord William, Philip, the prior of Kingsbridge, Jack, the artist in stone work and Ellen, the woman from the forest who casts a curse. At once, this is a sensuous and enduring love story and an epic that shines with the fierce spirit of a passionate age. Follett masterfully weaves these stories through political turmoil of 12th century England, creating a relevant and viable world for today's audience and for generations to come. —Anonymous
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    • england
    • 12th century
    • cathedral
    • catholic church
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    • Genres
      • Drama
      • History
      • Romance
      • Thriller
      • War
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    • Trivia
      Although not shown here, Norman castles (castles didn't exist in England before 1066) would have been whitewashed so as to be seen from miles around. They were intended not only as a defensive structure but also as a statement of the wealth and power of the Norman Lords and crown. We only think of castles as bare stone because over time the whitewash has disappeared and not been replaced, leaving the stone-faced castles we see today. If painted white they would look strange to our modern eyes.
    • Goofs
      Throughout the series, Stephen and Matilda are both referred to as "Majesty". English kings and queens did not use the title "Majesty" until the middle of the 16th century, nearly 400 years after the setting of this series
    • Connections
      Featured in The Wright Stuff: Episode #14.55 (2010)

    User reviews101

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    Beautifully done!
    "Pillars" is amazing! Yes, it does differ some from the original book but it's another story-telling device that enhances an enthralling tale from the 12th century that is fascinating and exquisitely portrayed. I read the book as well as its sequel and thoroughly enjoyed both. The characters in the mini-series were intriguing, beautifully casted and totally believable. There is no way every detail from the book could be worked into the 8+ hour movie for TV. Critics can take exception to some of the what-was-left-out rather than realizing reading a book and watching a movie involve entirely different enjoyment method levels. The mini-series is worth every effort to view. I sometimes watched episodes 2 or 3 times again to take it all in. The sets, special effects, displays of church control vs. every day life for many was portrayed amazingly well. Say what you will about fractured details, overall "Pillars of the Earth" is a fabulous experience that captivates and informs, most of all, invites interest in the metaphor of the building of some of Europe's most gorgeous reaches for heaven architecture-wise as well as the corruption and deceit of many who defied religious belief in the worst ways when they should have been stellar examples of loving leadership.
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    10
    • Finklein
    • Sep 2, 2010

    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 23, 2010 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Germany
      • Canada
      • United Kingdom
      • Hungary
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • 聖殿春秋
    • Filming locations
      • Budapest, Hungary
    • Production companies
      • Tandem Communications
      • Muse Entertainment Enterprises
      • Scott Free Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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