★★★★★ – Eye for Film. This swashbuckling adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' famous novel has proved a smash-hit in its native France, and follows the fate of young Edmond Dantes.

"★★★★★ – A masterful adaptation that stands as one of the best renditions of Dumas' work to date" – Eye for Film

"★★★★ – thrilling and visually stunning adaptation" – The Times

This swashbuckling adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' famous novel has proved a smash-hit in its native France and follows young Edmond Dantes - the target of a sinister plot who is arrested on his wedding day for a crime he did not commit.

After fourteen years in the island prison of Château d’If, he manages a daring escape. Returning rich beyond his wildest dreams, he assumes the identity of the Count of Monte Cristo and sets out for revenge on those who betrayed him.

French with English subtitles