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Sharpe

Sharpe's Rifles

  • Episode aired May 5, 1993
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  • 1h 42m
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In the Peninsular War, a British sergeant is field promoted to a lieutenant in charge of a disrespectful rifle company.In the Peninsular War, a British sergeant is field promoted to a lieutenant in charge of a disrespectful rifle company.In the Peninsular War, a British sergeant is field promoted to a lieutenant in charge of a disrespectful rifle company.
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
4.2K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
3,758
120
  • Director
    • Tom Clegg
  • Writers
    • Eoghan Harris
    • Bernard Cornwell(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Sean Bean
    • Assumpta Serna
    • Brian Cox
Top credits
  • Director
    • Tom Clegg
  • Writers
    • Eoghan Harris
    • Bernard Cornwell(based on the novel by)
  • Stars
    • Sean Bean
    • Assumpta Serna
    • Brian Cox
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    • 36User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
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    Sean Bean
    Sean Bean
    • Lt. Richard Sharpeas Lt. Richard Sharpe
    Assumpta Serna
    Assumpta Serna
    • Teresa Morenoas Teresa Moreno
    Brian Cox
    Brian Cox
    • Maj. Hoganas Maj. Hogan
    Daragh O'Malley
    Daragh O'Malley
    • Sgt. Patrick Harperas Sgt. Patrick Harper
    David Troughton
    David Troughton
    • Sir Arthur Wellesleyas Sir Arthur Wellesley
    Simón Andreu
    Simón Andreu
    • Maj. Vivaras Maj. Vivar
    Michael Mears
    Michael Mears
    • Francis Cooperas Francis Cooper
    John Tams
    John Tams
    • Daniel Hagmanas Daniel Hagman
    Jason Salkey
    Jason Salkey
    • Harrisas Harris
    Paul Trussell
    • Isiah Tongueas Isiah Tongue
    Lyndon Davies
    Lyndon Davies
    • Ben Perkinsas Ben Perkins
    Julian Fellowes
    Julian Fellowes
    • Major Dunnettas Major Dunnett
    Tim Bentinck
    Tim Bentinck
    • Captain Murrayas Captain Murray
    Richard Ireson
    • Sgt. Williamsas Sgt. Williams
    Martin Jacobs
    • Maj. William Lawfordas Maj. William Lawford
    Malcolm Jamieson
    Malcolm Jamieson
    • Colonel de L'Eclinas Colonel de L'Eclin
    Anthony Hyde
    • Man in Blackas Man in Black
    Jack McKenzie
    Jack McKenzie
    • Mr. Parkeras Mr. Parker
    • Director
      • Tom Clegg
    • Writers
      • Eoghan Harris
      • Bernard Cornwell(based on the novel by)
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Bernard Cornwell, author of the Richard Sharpe novels on which the TV series was based, was so happy with Sean Bean's portrayal of his hero that he changed the physical description of Sharpe in his later books to more closely resemble the actor.
    • Goofs
      In the abandoned cottage, Harper bends and reacts to Sharpe's kick to his groin a split second before Sharpe's foot actually connects, even though Harper's face is turned away looking behind him.
    • Quotes

      Teresa: We have two ears, but only one mouth; so a good leader will listen twice as much as he shouts.

    • Connections
      Edited into Masterpiece Classic: Sharpe's Rifles: Part 1 (1993)
    • Soundtracks
      Over the Hills and Far Away
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      Traditional

    User reviews36

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    Top review
    10/10
    Excellent action and drama. Always interesting.
    This is one of 14 "Sharpe" movie series. They are all very good. They are never dull. Mixes enough historical data to create interest. Costumes and equipment authentic. His struggle to overcome his lowly birth and better himself through military service achievement is heart rending. Gen Sir Wellesly who commissioned him from a Sgt. believes in him and backs him subtly. His faithful friend Sgt.Harper shares many adventure and helps Lt.Sharpe through many escapades. Assumpta Serena as his love interest, Teresa, and later wife is very well played. Sharpe has to constantly overcome hardship, discriminations and problems his peers do not. He is constantly being ragged on by his superiors and fellow officers who are much less brave. Sharpe has integrity and grit which is a big help to him. But he always wins the girl and overcomes by sheer determination and street smarts. One of the best TV series ever.
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    • Mar 31, 2006

    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 5, 1993 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • The Sharpe Appreciation Society
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
      • French
      • Yiddish
      • Portuguese
    • Also known as
      • Sharpe y sus fusileros
    • Filming locations
      • Portugal
    • Production companies
      • Celtic Films Entertainment
      • Central
      • Picture Palace
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 42 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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