A Gentleman in Moscow is an upcoming series on Paramount+ produced in collaboration with Showtime, adapting the 2016 novel of the same name by Amor Towles.
Released in 2016, this novel marked Amor Towles’ second venture into writing, introducing readers to a range of characters, notably the protagonist, Count Rostov. It’s noteworthy for enthusiasts of historical projects to understand that the show doesn’t aim for historical authenticity. Furthermore, the main character, Count Rostov, was intentionally created by the author and is not based on a real historical figure.
A Gentleman in Moscow Story
The upcoming series closely follows the original storyline with only minor changes in the plot. The action takes place in 1922, the narrative is centered around Mr. Alexander Rostov.
Having written a provocative poem, which the authorities considered provocative, he narrowly escaped execution. Instead, he is sentenced to life imprisonment in a hotel room. Rostov is forbidden to leave the room, and he must live there for the rest of his days.
For many years, the gentleman has lived within the Metropol Hotel, witnessing various upheavals in the country. Despite the external turmoil, the main character remains indifferent, preferring to start a new life within the confines of a familiar but monotonous room.
We will find out whether he will succeed in the series “A Gentleman in Moscow”, the release date of which is already scheduled for March 29, 2024.
A Gentleman in Moscow – Official Teaser
A Gentleman in Moscow Release Date
Limited series A Gentleman in Moscow starring Ewan McGregor, based on Amor Towles’ best-selling novel, streaming March 29 on Paramount+. The series will have 8 episodes. See the release schedule for all episodes later in the article.
Episode List
Episodes | Date |
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Episode 1 | March 29, 2024 |
Episode 2 | April 7, 2024 |
Episode 3 | April 14, 2024 |
Episode 4 | April 21, 2024 |
Episode 5 | April 28, 2024 |
Episode 6 | May 5, 2024 |
Episode 7 | May 12, 2024 |
Episode 8 | May 19, 2024 |
A Gentleman in Moscow Cast
Actors | Role |
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Ewan McGregor | Count Alexander Rostov |
Mary Elizabeth Winstead | Anna Urbanova |
Johnny Harris | Osip Glebnikov |
Leah Harvey | Marina Samarova |
Paul Ready | Prince Nikolai Petrov |
John Heffernan | “The Bishop” Leplevsky |
Fehinti Balogun | Mikhail “Mishka” Mindich |