The Red and the Black (1997)

Handsome and ambitious, Julien Sorel is determined to rise above his humble peasant origins and make something of his life-by adopting the code of hypocrisy by which his society operates. Julien ultimately commits a crime-out of passion, principle, or insanity-that will bring about his downfall. The Red and the Black is a lively, satirical picture of French Restoration society after Waterloo, riddled with corruption, greed, and ennui.

• First Air Date: 1997-12-22
• Last Air Date: 1997-12-29
• Total Seasons: 1
• Total Episodes: 2
• Network: TF1
• Director: Jean-Daniel Verhaeghe