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The Best Intentions

Series Overview

The story of Ingmar Bergman's parents. How they fell in love, married against the wishes of their families, and had a difficult marriage and life in rural Sweden. Bergman's father was a pastor and poor; his mother from a well to do cultured family. It ends with the birth of Ingmar.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedScripted
Original Network
SVT1
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

90 min per episode

Air Date Window

1991 – 1991

Premiered: Wed, Dec 25, 1991

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Dec 30, 1991

Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode #1.4”

Episode #1.4

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Best Intentions trailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2010-03-11

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Bille August

Screenplay & Story

Ingmar Bergman

Department Leadership Roster

Bille August

Bille August

Director

Ingmar Bergman

Ingmar Bergman

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Best Intentions

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What is The Best Intentions about?

The story of Ingmar Bergman's parents. How they fell in love, married against the wishes of their families, and had a difficult marriage and life in rural Sweden. Bergman's father was a pastor and poor; his mother from a well to do cultured family. It ends with the birth of Ingmar.

How many seasons does The Best Intentions have?

The Best Intentions comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Best Intentions?

Key cast members in The Best Intentions include Samuel Fröler, Pernilla August, Ghita Nørby, Börje Ahlstedt.

Who created or directed The Best Intentions?

The Best Intentions was developed and directed by Bille August.