It’s no secret that I love historical costume tv-series or movies. Have you seen Belgravia, based on the 2016 novel by Julian Fellowes? You may know him as the writer of Downton Abbey. After watching the two first episodes, I find it to be perfect combination of two worlds I love watching: Downton Abbey in the era of Jane Austen, beginning of the 19th century.
The story
The story begins on June 15, 1815 on the eve of the Battle of Waterloo. We meet the different characters at the Duchess of Richmond’s famous ball in Brussels. Two young people, Lord Bellasis and Sophia Trenchard, are in love but society does not look kindly upon their relationship, their background being so different.
Lord Bellasis unfortunately dies at the Battle, but this is actually when the story really starts. For years, the family Trenchard keep it as a secret that they have a grandson… Meet Charles Pope…
Who is who?
I’ve made a family tree of the characters we meet in the first episode. Click on the image to see the full image.
Watch the series
In the Netherlands, the series aires on Saturday on NPO2 at 20:35. Did you miss an episode or you want to rewatch it, that it possible if you have a NPO Plus account.
Have a look at the trailer:
I’m curious to know if you have seen the show and if you like(d) it. Leave a message if you want.
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