“A kingdom to inherit, a cardinal to command.”
The series Mazarin (1978) recounts the rise of Jules Mazarin, first an Italian diplomat and later France’s chief minister after Richelieu. The story shows how he earns the trust of Anne of Austria and becomes the political mentor of the young Louis XIV. Over the course of the episodes, Mazarin faces court intrigues, the hostility of powerful nobles, and the turmoil of the Fronde, which threatens royal authority and forces him into several periods of exile. Despite pamphlets and conspiracies, he manages to restore order and prepare the emergence of the future Sun King. The series thus portrays a skilled statesman, often contested but essential in shaping absolute monarchy.
- Status
- Ended
- Original Language
- French
- Production
- Télécip, FR3, Société Radio-Canada
- Network
- FR3
- Created By
- Pierre Moinot
- Last Episode
- S1 E6 · Jan 13, 1979
Cast
Media
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What is Mazarin about?
The series Mazarin (1978) recounts the rise of Jules Mazarin, first an Italian diplomat and later France’s chief minister after Richelieu. The story shows how he earns the trust of Anne of Austria and becomes the political mentor of the young Louis XIV. Over the course of the episodes, Mazarin faces court intrigues, th…
How many episodes does Mazarin have?
Mazarin has 6 episodes — all available to watch free on FlixWow.
Who stars in Mazarin?
The series stars François Périer, Martine Sarcey, Stéphane Bouy, Marie-Luce Bonfanti.
When was Mazarin released?
Mazarin was released in 1978 and is streaming free on FlixWow.
Is Mazarin worth watching?
Mazarin holds a rating of 7.0/10 from viewer votes (3 ratings). Watch it free on FlixWow and judge for yourself.