The Count of Monte Cristo

I've seen many adaptations of this particular book by Alexandre Dumas. And in my opinion this one is by far the best. I read the book and loved it a lot. This is captivating story and an epic revange tale. And this tv mini series did the book justice. The way Count placed his ponds and stroke when his enemies least expected - pure genius. And this adaptation perfectly sees it through. Sam Claflin did amazing job as Edmond / the count. There are some differences from the book, or characters missing, but nothing major. And to be fully honest, I think I like this enging better than the one in the book. Will I watch it again? For sure. If you ever find yourself in a need of a revange - do it Montecristo style.

I can honestly say, that I didn't miss a second of this fantastic version of the classic tale. The cast, the direction, the locations... all of it is perfect. Nothing less. I binged it all through christmas day and now I don't know what to watch next! It's that kind of adaptation. It's that good. It's worth a second watch, and thats what I will do. Watch it again :-) If you have the chance to stream it where you live, make yourself a good cup of coffe, sit back and enjoy the story of revenge, greed, ambitions, love, hate and all that lies in between. I really recommend that you do, and remember to enjoy the caracter of Dantes/ the Count. He is so brilliantly portraied as a man with complete control of his face and his emotions.

This series is outstanding in every respect. Certainly, one of the best adaptations of Dumas' book that I have seen in my 61 years. The fact that it's an 8-part miniseries gives the production time to properly flesh out the characters and various plot strands.

Sam Claflin leads a top-notch cast (special mention for Michele Riondino, as Jacopo, and Blake Ritson, who is wonderfully evil in everything!), and the script is excellent.

Some wonderful locations and beautiful cinematography, along with excellent original music, by Volker. Bertelmann) complete what is an epic production.

I only hope it goes on to be seen by a wide audience, as it truly deserves to be seen!

Average. There is no chemistry between the Count and his 'lost love'. Like they had bumped baskets, into each other at the supermarket. In all the adaptations we have watched - you want to get behind the Count of Monte Cristo ..... 'go for it' Not this one.

Donat, Chamberlain and Caviezel - (to name just three) all gave something different to the Count, and they were the 'Count of Monte Cristo. We like Sam Claflin, ('The Nightingale' excellent)and has put in good performances in other projects, but perhaps he took on too much with this. Just couldn't take to the performance. He seemed drained of everything.

However, Sam Claflin as producer also, gave a chance to some new talent - who really did shine in this. Blake Ritson, his performance grew in each episode. He certainly brought much needed humour to this, and was not over the top. Lino Guanciale and Michele Riondino also. Everyone else fades into the background.

By far the best adaptation of Monte C and closest to the book. Compared to French version this one is superior. Almost 90% is true to the book, the rest is light modifications, some good, some not very smart... Lacks the intensity of the stories in the book. Maybe one or two more episodes would give time develop all characters correctly!

Everything was covered, a lot of details, good cinematography, but a lot is left unsaid... Few characters were merged, and used poorly, but I gave it a high rating, because other adaptations did not even try to follow the book.

Solid adaptation of a great book!