Scarlet and Black

An ambitious young man seduces women of high social standing in order to improve his prospects.

Drama

Seasons

1. Episode 1

Air Date: 1993-10-31

After his death, Napoleon Bonaparte, the humble soldier who rose through the ranks to become Emperor, remains the inspiration for Julien Sorel, son of a provincial carpenter. The ruthless Sorel is determined to rise in society, but feels that the road to power no longer lies in the army but in the church.

2. Episode 2

Air Date: 1993-11-07

Young Julien Sorel has opted for the "black", the church, as a more suitable road to power than the "scarlet" of the army. He is now at the seminary at Besancon, initially believing that he has been abandoned by his lover Madame de Renal.