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The Miniaturist

“Things can change.”

Series Overview

Nella Oortman's life changes drastically when she marries a wealthy merchant and moves to Amsterdam. As she struggles to win her husband's affection, she discovers dark secrets along the way.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

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2017 – 2017

Premiered: Tue, Dec 26, 2017

Created By
John Brownlow

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Dec 27, 2017

Season 1, Episode 2: “Episode 2”

Nella faces danger and turmoil as Johannes is accused by the Amsterdam authorities. Meanwhile, her relationship with the Miniaturist becomes ever more mysterious and disturbing.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Miniaturist TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-08-03

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

John Brownlow

Screenplay & Story

John Brownlow, Jessie Burton

Original Score & Music

Dan Jones

Director of Photography

Gavin Finney

Film Editing

John Wilson

Producers

John Brownlow, Rebecca Eaton, Jessie Burton, George Faber, Elizabeth Kilgarriff

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Jessie Burton

Department Leadership Roster

Gavin Finney

Director of Photography

John Brownlow

Writer

Dan Jones

Original Music Composer

John Wilson

John Wilson

Editor

Taff Batley

Production Design

David Roger

Production Design

Joanna Eatwell

Costume Design

D. Gethin Scourfield

Producer

Erin Delaney

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: 12

12: FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Miniaturist.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Miniaturist

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What is The Miniaturist about?

Nella Oortman's life changes drastically when she marries a wealthy merchant and moves to Amsterdam. As she struggles to win her husband's affection, she discovers dark secrets along the way.

How many seasons does The Miniaturist have?

The Miniaturist comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Miniaturist?

Key cast members in The Miniaturist include Anya Taylor-Joy, Romola Garai, Alex Hassell, Hayley Squires, Paapa Essiedu.

Who created or directed The Miniaturist?

The Miniaturist was developed and directed by John Brownlow.