Molière pour rire et pour pleurer (1973) is a comedy, drama, documentary, family web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Molière pour rire et pour pleurer online in HD.
Molière pour rire et pour pleurer — Storyline
Molière pour rire et pour pleurer recounts the life of Jean‑Baptiste Poquelin, from his childhood in an artisan family to his rise as Molière, a central figure of French theatre. The series shows his difficult decision to abandon the family trade and join Madeleine Béjart to found L’Illustre Théâtre, marked by debts and repeated setbacks.
While touring the provinces, he shapes his style and discovers the power of comedy. Back in Paris, he makes a name for himself with Les Précieuses ridicules, but his sharp satires provoke fierce opposition, especially during the Tartuffe scandal. Supported by Louis XIV, he continues despite attacks, literary rivalries, and tensions within his troupe, particularly with Armande Béjart.
The miniseries also follows his growing exhaustion, his determination to perform at any cost, and his final breath after Le Malade imaginaire, the ultimate symbol of an artist who lived — and died — for the stage.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Marcel Camus
- Starring: Jean-Pierre Darras, Caroline Cellier, Marianne Comtell, Roger Miremont
Molière pour rire et pour pleurer — Series Details
| First Air Date | 1973-11-08 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 6 |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Documentary, Family |
| Language | English |
| Network | ORTF Télévision, ORTF Télévision 2 |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 9.5/10 (2 votes) |
Molière pour rire et pour pleurer — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Episode 1 (1973-11-08) — In 1642, Jean Poquelin, an ordinary upholsterer to the King, urges his son Jean‑Baptiste to become a lawyer. But Jean‑Baptiste is irresistibly drawn to the theatre — and to the act
- E2: Episode 2 (1973-11-15) — Faced with mounting debts and lukewarm reviews, Molière — newly self‑renamed — agrees to join the troupe of the aging Dufresne. It doesn’t take long before Dufresne entrusts him wi
- E3: Episode 3 (1973-11-22) — Molière triumphs with The Pretentious Ladies, but the farce causes embarrassment. His rivals, judging the satire far too realistic, manage to have Molière’s new theatre demolished.
- E4: Episode 4 (1973-11-29) — Molière found an ally in the person of the King. Both men were targeted and weary of the attacks from the “right‑thinking” members of the Catholic Church. So when Molière read the
- E5: Episode 5 (1973-12-06) — Molière moves from disappointment to disappointment. His plays fail to win unanimous praise, Racine — his treacherous friend — enjoys triumphant beginnings, and Armande’s jealousy
- E6: Episode 6 (1973-12-13) — Jealous of Molière’s success, Lully tries to discredit him in the eyes of the King. Crushed by debt, the composer dreams of claiming Molière’s author royalties. Meanwhile, Molière
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Molière pour rire et pour pleurer have? 1 season(s) with 6 episodes.
Who created Molière pour rire et pour pleurer? Marcel Camus.
Where can I watch Molière pour rire et pour pleurer? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
