The Count of Monte Cristo

A brooding, patient tale of injustice and long-simmering vengeance, rich in period detail and quiet emotional weight.

Created by

Noemí Cartaya, Rafael Acosta

Genres

Action & adventure, Drama

Starring

Jorge Alí, Frank Artola, Carlos Ever Fonseca

Overview

The tale is set in 18th century France. A story, full of ambition, intrigue, hatred, love, and vengeance, that tells us how Edmundo Dantès, a young seaman who is soon to wed his beloved Mercédès, is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned in the Castillo de If. There, he meets Abbé Farias, an old prisoner who teaches him mathematics, science, languages and a vast collection of knowledge, and ultimately reveals to him the secret of a fabulous treasure hidden on the island of Monte Cristo. Upon escaping the prison, Dantès recovers the treasure, and transforms himself into the Count of Monte Cristo in order to exact his revenge upon those who have wronged him.

How it feels

Dark, melancholic, tense and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, betrayal, justice, obsession

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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