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The Best Episodes of The Sorrow and the Pity

Every episode of The Sorrow and the Pity ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Sorrow and the Pity!

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An investigation into the nature, details and reasons for the collaboration, from 1940 to 1944, during World War II, between the Vichy regime, established in the south of France and headed by Marshal Pétain, and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Sorrow and the Pity Season 1 Episode 1 - The Collapse
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #1 - The Collapse

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    When France is defeated by Germany in 1940, certain political factions decide to support the creation of the Vichy regime, headed by Marshal Pétain, while resistance against the invaders emerges.

    Director:Marcel Ophüls
    Writers:Marcel Ophüls, André Harris

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  2. The Sorrow and the Pity Season 1 Episode 2 - The Choice
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - The Choice

    S1:E2

    The different French political factions decide either to resist more openly or to collaborate with the Nazis.

    Director:Marcel Ophüls
    Writers:Marcel Ophüls, André Harris

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Collapse" is the best rated episode of "The Sorrow and the Pity". It scored 7/10 based on 1 votes. Directed by Marcel Ophüls and written by Marcel Ophüls, André Harris, it aired on 9/18/1969. This episode scored 1.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Choice".