The Pillars of the Earth

Mark CMG · Jul 23, 2010

Might be a decent miniseries, certainly from the perspective of game flavor and imagery.

"The Pillars of the Earth" (2010)

some videos/trailers/previews

Netflix said:
Political conflict, grand passions and epic ambition fuel this sweeping miniseries set in 12th-century England that centers on the struggles of Prior Philip (Matthew Macfadyen), who's devoted to seeing the construction of Kingsbridge Cathedral. At the same time, civil war is roiling Britain as the result of a struggle for succession among King Henry's heirs, with the outcome of history hinging on a portentous secret. Ian McShane also stars.

Crothian · Jul 24, 2010

Might be good, I don't have Starz though to watch it.

Mark CMG · Jul 24, 2010

Crothian said:
Might be good, I don't have Starz though to watch it.

Starz stuff winds up on Netflix, too.

*edit* Looks like there's an online channel (though it has some commercials) where it can be watched.

http://www.fancast.com/tv/The-Pillars-of-the-Earth/106695/1542575076/Ep-101-&-45--Anarchy/videos

Morrus · Jul 24, 2010

The book was awesome.

Jasperak · Jul 24, 2010

I saw the first two episodes on Comcast on Demand and have to say I am interested enough to continue watching it. Right now it seems to have a good balance of current action and setting up of future conflicts.

Mark CMG · Jul 25, 2010

Mark CMG said:
Starz stuff winds up on Netflix, too.

They've already made the first two in the series available to watch instantly on Netflix (for those with a membership or who want to take the free trial, I suppose) -

Netflix: The Pillars of the Earth