Richelieu ou La journée des dupes

Top 10 Billed Cast

Didier Sandre
Didier Sandre

Cardinal de Richelieu

Patrick Raynal
Patrick Raynal

Louis XIII

Dominique Blanchar
Dominique Blanchar

Marie de Medicis

François Darbon
François Darbon

Chancelier de Marillac

Gilles Amiot
Gilles Amiot

Boutillier

Henri Marteau
Henri Marteau

Maréchal de Bassompierre

Philippe Clévenot
Philippe Clévenot

Le Duc de Guise

Dominique Blanc
Dominique Blanc

Madame de Comballet

Sophie de La Rochefoucauld
Sophie de La Rochefoucauld

Anne d'Autriche

Stéphane Gildas
Stéphane Gildas

Le Duc de Mayenne

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    A historical television film directed by Jean‑Dominique de La Rochefoucauld, Richelieu, or The Day of the Dupes recounts the political tensions that came to a head in November 1630, when Marie de’ Medici attempted to remove Cardinal Richelieu from power. Blending court intrigue, the king’s illness, and decisive reversals, the film portrays the struggle for influence that ultimately cemented Louis XIII’s trust in his minister. Led by Didier Sandre, Patrick Raynal, and Dominique Blanchar, the telefilm offers a meticulous reconstruction of the events that shaped the kingdom’s balance of power.

  • Release Date

    1983-01-05

  • Average

    8

  • Rating:

    4.0 starts
  • Tagline

    At court, everyone plots… but only one decides.

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  • Languages:

    Français
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