Le Comte de Monte-Cristo

The episodes with Ali Pasha should have been added to the series. One of the most important contributions to Edmond's character development in the book and the most important points was the period of slavery. In addition, there are not many fictional events in the series, and everything has been done to stay true to the book. The actors have adapted very well to the characters. The actor who played the character Edmond, in particular, portrayed his coldness, insensitivity and style of speaking very well when he returned for revenge, as in the book. Despite this, I can say that the series was the best adaptation of the book so far. It was both a visual feast and a pleasure to watch.

I'm extremely happy with how this series was made. Not only have they found a way to make it realistic, but they've also found a way to make the story so precise that it could have easily happened in reality. One of the few adaptations I can say is wonderful. The cast and locations are breathtaking in their authenticity.

I appreciate the fact that they changed the story just enough to make it more feasible, as compared to random. The issue with the original was always there were too many things that had to align just right for it to work. That's not the case with this series, they made it very believable.

!0/10 well done, truly fantastic work.

Out of ALL of the versions of this wonderful tale of abstract revenge; this series happens to be the most wonderful of all. Although it lacks the action of the predecessors, it is the CLOSEST adaptation to the novel. This series encompasses the majority of the book and in such, it should be deemed as a must watch be any and everyone that loves this novel. This adaptation shows all aspects of the angst of the protagonist. In Edmond Dantes, you can see that he struggles with doing what his heart desires as revenge but nonetheless he goes forward even in his one on one interactions with Mercedes, he still goes forward. Dumas would have LOVED this rendition.

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!

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!