New Period Drama 'Belgravia' Offers a Darker Take on 19th Century Life
'Bodice-ripping' period drama 'like Downton Abbey' based on best-selling novel
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Julian Fellowes, known for 'Downton Abbey,' presents 'Belgravia,' a period drama set during the lead-up to the Battle of Waterloo. The series, based on Fellowes' 2016 novel, explores themes of romance and class politics through the lives of two families. It premiered in the UK in March 2020 and received mixed reviews from critics but positive audience feedback.
- 01'Belgravia' is a new period drama by Julian Fellowes, set in the 19th century.
- 02The series premiered on ITV in the UK on March 15, 2020, and in the US on April 12, 2020.
- 03It explores themes of romance, class politics, and societal intrigue.
- 04A follow-up series titled 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' was confirmed in September 2022.
- 05Audience reviews have been largely positive, praising its complexity and authenticity.
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'Belgravia,' a period drama created by Julian Fellowes, known for his work on 'Downton Abbey,' is set against the backdrop of the Duchess of Richmond's ball in June 1815, just before the Battle of Waterloo. The series, which premiered on ITV in the UK on March 15, 2020, and on April 12, 2020, in the United States via Epix, focuses on the lives of the Trenchard and Bellasis families, delving into themes of romance, class politics, and societal intrigue. Fellowes describes 'Belgravia' as darker than 'Downton Abbey,' emphasizing the realities faced by working-class characters. The show has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its visual appeal and others criticizing it as formulaic. However, audience reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the show's gripping storyline and authentic period details. A follow-up series, 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter,' was announced in September 2022 and launched in January 2024 on ITV, further expanding the narrative established in the original series.
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