Ivanhoe

Plot Summary

The epic tale of the idealistic young knight Ivanhoe and his battle against the evil Templar Bois-Guilbert. Caught between the rivalries and religious struggles are Ivanhoe's betrothed Rowena and the brave, beautiful Jewess healer Rebecca, who wins Ivanhoe's heart with her courage. This grand six-part adaptation of Sir Walter Scott's rousing adventure of the Middle Ages is set against the historical backdrop of a Britain straining under the corrupt rule of Prince John while Richard the Lionhearted fights in the Crusades.

Top Cast

Steven Waddington Sir Wilfred of Ivanhoe

Ciarán Hinds Brian de Bois-Guilbert

Susan Lynch Rebecca

Aden Gillett Robin of Locksley

Christopher Lee Lucas de Beaumanoir