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Napoléon (2002–2002) — drama · war · history on France 2

The answer: Concluded October 28, 2002.
Napoléon poster
Genre
Drama · War · History
Network / streamer
France 2
Premiered
October 7, 2002
Ended
October 28, 2002
Runtime
~90 min per episode
1season
4episodes

About Napoléon

Napoléon ended on October 28, 2002, on France 2. The series was a four-part mini-series that aired in October 2002, depicting the life of Napoleon Bonaparte in all his facets. It presented a detailed portrayal of the historical figure, exploring his human needs, desires, strengths, and weaknesses, as well as his roles as a soldier, politician, and visionary. The show aimed to move beyond traditional portrayals by offering a nuanced view that respects historical facts and highlights Napoleon’s complexity and contradictions. It also challenged common assumptions and provoked questions about his legacy and character.

Napoléon was a drama, war, and history series that premiered in 2002. It sought to provide a comprehensive look at Napoleon’s life, from his rise to power to his influence on history. The series was notable for its detailed costumes and production quality, which earned it the 2003 Emmy Award for outstanding costumes, along with six other nominations. The show sought to portray Napoleon as a man who could still inspire audiences today, emphasizing the human side of this legendary figure.

The cast included Anouk Aimée as Letizia, Claudio Amendola as Murat, Ennio Fantastichini as Joseph, and Guillaume Depardieu as Muiron.

Napoléon episode schedule

4 aired

Aired · 4

DateEp.Title
October 28, 2002 S1·E4 1812-1821
October 21, 2002 S1·E3 1807-1812
October 14, 2002 S1·E2 1800-1807
October 7, 2002 S1·E1 1795-1800

Napoléon cast