Peter the Great (1986)
EndedScripted showDrama, History
This is the story of Peter I, Tsar of Russia from 1682, and the constant struggle between him, his sister Sophia and the Streltsy, an important Russian military corp. The story depicts the efforts of Peter in transforming Russia in an "all European" country, importing scientists, costumes, technology and military tactics.
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Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E04 | Part IV | Feb. 5, 1986 |
| S01E03 | Part III | Feb. 4, 1986 |
| S01E02 | Part II | Feb. 3, 1986 |
| S01E01 | Part I | Feb. 2, 1986 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did the TV show 'Peter the Great' from 1986 premiere?
The TV show 'Peter the Great' from 1986 premiered on February 2, 1986.
Who played the titular character in 'Peter the Great'?
Maximilian Schell played the titular character in 'Peter the Great'.
In which country was 'Peter the Great' primarily filmed?
'Peter the Great' was primarily filmed in Yugoslavia.
Who directed the TV show 'Peter the Great' from 1986?
Marvin J. Chomsky directed the TV show 'Peter the Great' from 1986.
What was the genre of 'Peter the Great'?
'Peter the Great' was a historical drama TV show.
Who portrayed Catherine I of Russia in 'Peter the Great'?
Vanessa Redgrave portrayed Catherine I of Russia in 'Peter the Great'.
Who composed the music for 'Peter the Great'?
Laurence Rosenthal composed the music for 'Peter the Great'.
What was the running time of each episode of 'Peter the Great'?
Each episode of 'Peter the Great' had a running time of approximately 90 minutes.
Which historical events were covered in 'Peter the Great'?
'Peter the Great' covered events such as the Great Northern War and the establishment of the Russian Empire.
How many episodes were there in the TV show 'Peter the Great'?
'Peter the Great' had a total of four episodes.
Who played the character of Empress Praskovia in 'Peter the Great'?
Ursula Andress played the character of Empress Praskovia in 'Peter the Great'.
What awards did 'Peter the Great' receive?
'Peter the Great' received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series.
Who portrayed Ivan V of Russia in 'Peter the Great'?
Laurence Olivier portrayed Ivan V of Russia in 'Peter the Great'.
What was the production company behind 'Peter the Great'?
'Peter the Great' was produced by Cosgrove/Meurer Productions.
Who played the character of Aleksandr Menshikov in 'Peter the Great'?
Helmut Griem played the character of Aleksandr Menshikov in 'Peter the Great'.
What was the historical significance of 'Peter the Great'?
'Peter the Great' depicted the life and reign of Peter the Great, a prominent Russian tsar who modernized Russia and transformed it into a major European power.
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