Balzac
Series Overview
As Balzac prepares to die, his entire past flashes before his eyes. As a young writer, he was driven by the desire to achieve something great. With the support of Laure de Berny, he started printing and publishing without much success, but it was with his pen that he achieved fame, thanks to the constant support of Madame de Berny. Balzac became a writer that readers devoured.
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
1999 – 1999
Premiered: Mon, Sep 13, 1999
Josée DayanLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part Two”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Fanny Ardant
Eve Hanska
Gérard Depardieu
Honoré de Balzac
Jeanne Moreau
Charlotte-Laure
Virna Lisi
Laure de Berny
Katja Riemann
Laure d’Abrantès
Claude Rich
maitre Plissoud
Gert Voss
Victor Hugo
Sergio Rubini
Eugène Sue
François Marthouret
docteur Nacquart
Marianne Denicourt
Adèle Hugo
Gottfried John
le comte Hanski
Hervé Briaux
Charles Sédillot
Roland Bertin
Stendhal
Jeanne Balibar
Alina Moniuzko
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Josée Dayan
Didier Decoin
Bruno Coulais
Department Leadership Roster
Didier Decoin
Writer
Josée Dayan
Director
Bruno Coulais
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Balzac
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What is Balzac about?
As Balzac prepares to die, his entire past flashes before his eyes. As a young writer, he was driven by the desire to achieve something great. With the support of Laure de Berny, he started printing and publishing without much success, but it was with his pen that he achieved fame, thanks to the constant support of Madame de Berny. Balzac became a writer that readers devoured.
How many seasons does Balzac have?
Balzac comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Balzac?
Key cast members in Balzac include Fanny Ardant, Gérard Depardieu, Jeanne Moreau, Virna Lisi, Katja Riemann.
Who created or directed Balzac?
Balzac was developed and directed by Josée Dayan.