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The Best Episodes of Napoleon: The Russian Campaign Season 1

Every episode of Napoleon: The Russian Campaign Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Napoleon: The Russian Campaign Season 1!

This docudrama revisits one of the most astounding military campaigns and defeats in history, Napoleon's attempted invasion of Russia.

Genres:War & PoliticsDocumentary
Network:ARTE

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Napoleon: The Russian Campaign" season 1 is "Part 1", rated 7.3/10 from 17 user votes. It was directed by Fabrice Hourlier and written by N/A. "Part 1" aired on 1/10/2015 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Part 2".

  • Part 1
    7.3/10 17 votes

    #1 - Part 1

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/10/2015

    Since his victory over Tsar Alexander in 1807 and the Treaty of Tilsit, France and Russia are officially allies. But Alexander doesn’t support Napoleon’s expansionist strategy. To Napoleon, Russia’s behavior makes it an enemy of France. Ignoring calls for caution, Napoleon invades Russia in 1811.

    Director: Fabrice Hourlier

    Writer: N/A

  • Part 2
    7.3/10 17 votes

    #2 - Part 2

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 1/10/2015

    Part 2 details the hardships and deprivations suffered by Napoleon's Grande Armee as they await the surrender of the Tsar, which never comes. And with problems in France and his popularity waning, Napoleon begins the long, death-filled retreat from Russia with his exhausted, starving troops.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A