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The Best Episodes of War and Peace

Every episode of War and Peace ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of War and Peace!

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War and Peace is a 2007 television miniseries broadcast in Belgium and in France in four episodes during October and November 2007. An international co-production of France, Italy and Russia, the ensemble cast are of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    War and Peace Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    8.1/10(73 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    In 1805 St. Petersburg, Pierre Bezukhov, illegitimate son of a rich nobleman, is introduced to high society. His friend, Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, joins the Imperial Russian Army as aide-de-camp of General Mikhail Kutuzov in the War of the Third Coalition against General Napoleon Bonaparte.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    7.9/10(57 votes)

    #2 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    In 1812, as Napoleon's army invades Russia, Kutuzov asks Bolkonsky to join him as a staff officer, yet the prince requests a command in the field. Pierre sets out to watch the armies' impending confrontation. As the Battle of Borodino rages, he volunteers to assist in an artillery battery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 4 - Part 4
    7.9/10(59 votes)

    #3 - Part 4

    S1:E4

    As Moscow is set ablaze by the retreating Russians, the Rostovs flee their estate, taking wounded soldiers with them, and unbeknownst to them, also Andrei. Pierre, dressed as a peasant, tries to assassinate Napoleon but is taken prisoner. As the French are forced to retreat, he's marched for months with the Grande Armée, until being freed by a raiding party.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. War and Peace Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    7.7/10(61 votes)

    #4 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    As 1809 nears its end, Natasha attends her first ball, where Andrei falls in love with her with the intent of marriage. However, as her father demands they wait, the prince travels abroad, leaving Natasha in desperate longing. But she meets Anatol Kuragin and forgets Andrei.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "War and Peace". It scored 8.1/10 based on 73 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/21/2007. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part 3".