BBC iPlayer has added a new four-part French-language adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel, The Count of Monte Cristo. The series, which premiered in 2024 as a film, has been split into episodes for television. In the first instalment, hero Edmond Dantès attempts a prison break.
The adaptation follows on from last year's English-language version starring Jeremy Irons and Sam Claflin. The French series offers an enjoyable romp through the familiar story of betrayal and revenge.
Other highlights on UK television tonight include the British version of Saturday Night Live, hosted by White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood, with music from Meek. The sketch show has been praised for its mix of timeless skits and gentle satire.
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