The Pillars of the Earth
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About
A sweeping epic of good and evil, treachery and intrigue, violence and beauty, a sensuous, spirited story set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles in 12th Century England.
Cast
Robert Bathurst
as Percy Hamleigh
Donald Sutherland
as Earl Bartholomew
Matthew Macfadyen
as Prior Phillip
Rufus Sewell
as Tom Builder
Ian McShane
as Waleran Bigod
Eddie Redmayne
as Jack Jackson
Natalia Wörner
as Ellen
Hayley Atwell
as Aliena
David Oakes
as William Hamleigh
Tony Curran
as King Stephen
Alison Pill
as Maud
Sarah Parish
as Regan Hamleigh
Liam Garrigan
as Alfred Builder
Götz Otto
as Walter
Sam Claflin
as Richard
Jody Halse
as
Anatole Taubman
as Remigius
Skye Bennett
as Young Martha
John Pielmeier
as Cuthbert
Matt Devere
as
Seasons
Episodes
Miniseries
Anarchy
The succession to the crown of England is in doubt and causes King Henry’s daughter and nephew to compete for the throne. The Hamleigh family’s hope for an advantageous marriage for their son William falls apart. Tom Builder and his family search for work and encounter Ellen and her mysterious son Jack. Church politics see Philip, a monk, elected the new prior, which leaves him indebted to Deacon Waleran.
Master Builder
A fire destroys Kingsbridge church, giving Tom, son Alfred and stepson Jack the chance to build a new cathedral. Prior Philip learns the power of politics when he gets caught between Bishop Waleran and the Hamleighs’ quest for Shiring Castle. Kingsbridge is rocked by the accusation of Ellen being a witch. William takes Aliena and Richard by surprise in a brutal attack. Aliena makes a promise to her father.
Redemption
Aliena protests her father’s imprisonment. Prior Philip and William find themselves in a standoff over access to stone in the Shiring quarry. Jack’s artistic talents take hold as he begins to carve a statue to honor the cathedral relic. King Stephen visits the cathedral work-site, but collapses in a fit of terror. Aliena starts a fleece business to help earn money for Richard’s chance to become a knight.
Battlefield
William applies to have his father’s title of Earl transferred to him, and discovers a mysterious knight is also a rival for the Earldom. King Stephen, frightened by Jack’s appearance, orders an assassin to kill him. The battle between King Stephen and Maud sees each side’s leader being taken hostage. Philip is tortured into a confession when Waleran tells Maud that he is the man who betrayed Earl Bartholomew.
Legacy
Waleran and Regan engineer the prisoner exchange so that they remain on the winning side of the war. Tom wants Jack and Alfred to be friends, but their rivalry over their work lives and Aliena is too intense. Meanwhile, William decides to attack Kingsbridge as a way to stop the fleece fair and Aliena’s success. The Hamleighs and Prior Philip are granted rights to Shiring land, but it comes with a price.
Witchcraft
Richard returns from war to find his sister penniless, with no more money to support his knighthood. Alfred offers himself to Prior Philip as master-builder. Aliena has to choose between her love for Jack and her oath to her father. Regan forces Waleran to speak to the King about William’s long-delayed Earldom. A disaster at Kingsbridge becomes a way for Waleran to remove Prior Philip from his position.
New Beginnings
As a result of his journeys, Jack has learned how to fulfill Tom Builder’s dream of a cathedral filled with light. Aliena tracks Jack by following the trail of his carvings. Waleran offers Philip a new position, but it means that Philip must always obey Waleran. Kingsbridge becomes prosperous again which infuriates Regan and William, who plan an attack that is met with resistance from Richard, Jack and Philip.
The Work of Angels
Eight years later, Jack’s fixation with the cathedral leaves him little time or energy for anything else, while Aliena’s fixation with the distant Earldom of Shiring has married her to Alfred, a man she hates. Waleran and Alfred develop a plot to get rid of Jack for good and it seems to be working until evidence comes to light that makes all wrongs rectified.
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About The Pillars of the Earth
A sweeping epic of good and evil, treachery and intrigue, violence and beauty, a sensuous, spirited story set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles in 12th Century England. Across 1 season and 8 episodes, originally airing on STARZ.
The Pillars of the Earth Cast and Characters
The cast features Robert Bathurst (as Percy Hamleigh), Donald Sutherland (as Earl Bartholomew), Matthew Macfadyen (as Prior Phillip), Rufus Sewell (as Tom Builder), and Ian McShane (as Waleran Bigod). Their performances are a major reason The Pillars of the Earth has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason The Pillars of the Earth keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The Pillars of the Earth online for free?
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How many episodes does The Pillars of the Earth have?
The Pillars of the Earth has 8 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Pillars of the Earth good? What's the rating?
The Pillars of the Earth holds a 7.7/10 rating based on 407 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Pillars of the Earth?
The main cast includes Robert Bathurst, Donald Sutherland, Matthew Macfadyen, and Rufus Sewell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Pillars of the Earth available in English?
Yes — The Pillars of the Earth was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Pillars of the Earth released?
The Pillars of the Earth first aired in 2010.
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How many seasons and episodes does The Pillars of the Earth have?
The Pillars of the Earth currently has 1 season and a total of 8 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Pillars of the Earth about?
A sweeping epic of good and evil, treachery and intrigue, violence and beauty, a sensuous, spirited story set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles in 12th Century England. It belongs to the Drama genre.
In which language is The Pillars of the Earth originally available?
The Pillars of the Earth was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Pillars of the Earth first released?
The Pillars of the Earth first premiered on July 23, 2010 (2010). The series has since concluded its run.
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