A Gentleman in Moscow A Master of Circumstance (Season 1, Episode 1)
TV Episode | 48 min | Drama, History, Thriller

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A Gentleman in Moscow

A Master of Circumstance (Season 1, Episode 1)

TV Episode | 48 min | Drama, History, Thriller

Stripped of aristocratic privilege, Count Alexander Rostov is sentenced to life imprisonment at the Metropol Hotel; contending with allies and foes alike, it's nine-year-old Nina and her unexpected friendship that changes his life.

Director

Sam Miller (directed by)

Writers

Amor Towles (based on the book written by) | Ben Vanstone (created for television by) (teleplay by)

Composer

Federico Jusid

Cinematographer

Adam Gillham

Editor

Tim Murrell

Casting Directors

Julie Harkin | Nathan Toth

Production Designer

Víctor Molero

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Edit Released

Updated Mar 29, 2024

Release date

Mar 29, 2024 (United States)

Awards

Series awards

4 nominations

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37 cast members

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