I'm a bit suprised that no one has mentioned Cadfael for TV programs worth watching. There are 13 episodes total done for PBS Mystery series, all based on the books by Ellis Peters. Sir Derek Jacobi plays Cadfael, a former warrior of the crusades, returned to England, and has taken the cow and become a monk. Yet he is a sleuthing monk, who goes about solving all manner of nefarious activity by numerous unsavory Medieval folks. All episodes are on DVD, and I recommend them strongly to those who enjoy intelligent, well done British productions. Watching them makes you feel like you're right there in the Middle Ages.
I'm a bit suprised that no one has mentioned Cadfael for TV programs worth watching. There are 13 episodes total done for PBS Mystery series, all based on the books by Ellis Peters. Sir Derek Jacobi plays Cadfael, a former warrior of the crusades, returned to England, and has taken the cow and become a monk. Yet he is a sleuthing monk, who goes about solving all manner of nefarious activity by numerous unsavory Medieval folks. All episodes are on DVD, and I recommend them strongly to those who enjoy intelligent, well done British productions. Watching them makes you feel like you're right there in the Middle Ages.
Cadfael, I saw the show years ago on TV. Really good writing and it gave insight into the lives of the commoners. Yup, this was good tv.
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Strictly speaking it isn't BBC but a commercial TV production, but yes, they are good (the locations where they made it are in Eastern Europe, but it is set on the English/Welsh borders, an area close to my heart, during a civil war and when Wales was a separate country, or countries). The books are well worthwhile too. The character is a bit rougher round the edges (former soldier, man of the world) than the slightly luvvie-ish version portrayed by Derek Jacobi, though he is a fine actor and very watchable.
I *heart* Cadfael. Good books, good series. I've lifted liberally from several stories for adventure ideas.
How did I miss this post the 1st time around?! I love the Cadfael mysteries. In fact, I've got them qued up on my Netflix. I'm gonna have to look for the whole series on eBay I s'pose.
Oh Yes! Cadfael! I have enjoyed the show a lot. I have yet to read any of the books, but that will occur sooner or later.
I remember that show. I loved it, even read couple of the books. Good idea to get it on Netflix. I think
i'll add it.