Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC One
Type: Miniseries
Rating: 4.8/10
The Golden Bowl
Overview
The Golden Bowl is a six-part British television miniseries based on Henry James' 1904 novel of the same name. Adapted by Jack Pulman and directed by James Cellan Jones, the serial stars Barry Morse, Jill Townsend, Daniel Massey, Gayle Hunnicutt, Kathleen Byron, and Cyril Cusack. Wealthy American widower Adam Verver and his daughter Maggie live a refined life in Europe, surrounded by art. Maggie marries impoverished Italian Prince Amerigo, while Adam marries Maggie's friend Charlotte Stant. The Prince and Charlotte are having an affair, which Maggie discovers and navigates through a silent, psychological battle of wills, ultimately using her cunning to preserve her marriage and protect her father.
This production, originally released in 1972, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Miniseries series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 4.8 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Barry Morse
Adam Verver
Jill Townsend
Maggie Verver
Daniel Massey
Prince Amerigo
Gayle Hunnicutt
Charlotte Stant
Kathleen Byron
Fanny Assingham
Cyril Cusack
Bob Assingham / Narrator
Seasons
Miniseries
6 Episodes • Aired 1972-05-04
Wealthy American widower Adam Verver and his daughter Maggie live a refined life in Europe, surrounded by art. Maggie marries impoverished Italian Prince Amerigo, while Adam marries Maggie's friend Charlotte Stant. The Prince and Charlotte are having an affair, which Maggie discovers and navigates through a silent, psychological battle of wills, ultimately using her cunning to preserve her marriage and protect her father.