The French Revolution

A history of the French Revolution beginning from the decision of the king to convene the Etats-Generaux in 1789 in order to deal with France's debt problem. Part one spans the event until August 10, 1792 (when the King Louis XVI lost all authority and was imprisoned). Part two carries the story through the end of the terror in 1794.

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Release Date

May 10, 1989

Status

Released

Original Title

La Révolution française

Runtime

5h 35min

Budget

$50,000,000

Revenue

$4,800,000

Language

English, French, German