The Sorrow and the Pity
“Chronicle of a French city under the Occupation”
Series Overview
An investigation into the nature, details and reasons for the collaboration, from 1940 to 1944, during World War II, between the Vichy regime, established in the south of France and headed by Marshal Pétain, and Nazi Germany.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 2 Episodes
122–128 min per episode
1969 – 1969
Premiered: Thu, Sep 18, 1969
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “The Choice”
The different French political factions decide either to resist more openly or to collaborate with the Nazis.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →Marcel Ophüls
Self - Interviewer
André Harris
Self - Interviewer
Solange Azan
Self
Georges Bidault
Self
Matthäus Bleibinger
Self
Charles Braun
Self
Maurice Buckmaster
Self
Emile Coulaudon
Self
Emmanuel d'Astier de La Vigerie
Self
René de Chambrun
Self
Christian de la Mazière
Self
Jacques Duclos
Self
Raymond Du Jonchay
Self
Anthony Eden
Self
Marcel Fouche-Degliame
Self
Raphaël Géminiani
Self
Alexis Grave
Self
Louis Grave
Self
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marcel Ophüls
André Gazut, Jürgen Thieme
Claude Vajda
Alain de Sedouy, André Harris
Department Leadership Roster
Alain de Sedouy
Producer
Claude Vajda
Editor
André Harris
Producer
André Gazut
Director of Photography
Jürgen Thieme
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sorrow and the Pity
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What is The Sorrow and the Pity about?
An investigation into the nature, details and reasons for the collaboration, from 1940 to 1944, during World War II, between the Vichy regime, established in the south of France and headed by Marshal Pétain, and Nazi Germany.
How many seasons does The Sorrow and the Pity have?
The Sorrow and the Pity comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Sorrow and the Pity?
Key cast members in The Sorrow and the Pity include Marcel Ophüls, André Harris, Solange Azan, Georges Bidault, Matthäus Bleibinger.
Who created or directed The Sorrow and the Pity?
The Sorrow and the Pity was developed and directed by Marcel Ophüls.