Kaamelott (2005)
The legendary quest for the Holy Grail, derailed at every turn by cowardice, absurdity, and the most gloriously incompetent knights in medieval history.
Kaamelott - Series Information
- Original Title: Kaamelott
- First Air Year: 2005
- Last Air Year: 2009
- Created by: Alexandre Astier
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
- Content Rating (US): NR
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 26 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 6
- Number of Episodes: 458
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- First Air Date: January 3, 2005 (United States - NR), January 3, 2005 (Canada - G), January 3, 2005 (Germany - 6), January 3, 2005 (France - NR), January 3, 2005 (Italy - T), January 3, 2005 (Spain - 7)
- Networks: M6
- Alternative Titles: Kaamelott (FR)
- Production Companies: Calt Production, Dies Irae, Shortcom
- Production Countries: France
Kaamelott - Plot
Kaamelott is a French comedy medieval fantasy television series created, directed, written, scored, and edited by Alexandre Astier, who also starred as the main character. The series, which originally ran for six seasons (referred to as 'books'), ran from January 3, 2005, to October 31, 2009, on M6. In this offbeat account of King Arthur's quest for the Grail, virtually every journey, battle or adventure is stopped dead in its tracks by the knights of the round table's most worldly traits: cowardice, greed, idiocy or misplaced chivalry. As a consequence, instead of epic adventures we are treated with the characters' pragmatic and anachronistic take on each and every event in the Grail legend, true to the purest sitcom tradition.
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Kaamelott - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Alexandre Astier
Main Cast
- Alexandre Astier
- Anne Girouard
- Lionnel Astier
- Joëlle Sevilla
- Thomas Cousseau
- Franck Pitiot
- Jean-Christophe Hembert
- Nicolas Gabion
- Alexis Hénon
- Stéphane Margot
Writers
- Alexandre Astier
- Christophe Fort
- Fabien Rault
- Lionnel Astier
- Nicolas Gabion
Kaamelott - FAQs
Who plays King Arthur in Kaamelott?
Alexandre Astier plays King Arthur in Kaamelott. Astier is also the sole creator of the series, having written, directed, scored, and edited every episode himself, making him one of the most remarkably multitalented figures in French television history.
What is Kaamelott about?
Kaamelott is a French comedy fantasy series that reimagines the Arthurian legend with absurdist, anachronistic humor. King Arthur's quest for the Holy Grail is perpetually derailed by his knights' cowardice, stupidity, and pettiness, turning epic medieval adventure into sharp, character-driven sitcom comedy.
Where can you watch Kaamelott online?
Kaamelott is available to stream online. You can check current streaming availability and compare all viewing options across platforms in your region via JustWatch, which lists the most up-to-date subscription, rental, and purchase options for the series.
How many episodes does Kaamelott have?
Kaamelott has 458 episodes across six seasons, referred to as 'Books.' Season 1 through Season 4 each contain around 100 episodes, Season 5 has 50, and Season 6 has 9 longer-format episodes, marking a tonal shift toward more dramatic storytelling.
Is Kaamelott based on a true story?
Kaamelott is not based on a true story, but it draws from the legendary Arthurian mythology and the Matter of Britain. Alexandre Astier reimagines these medieval tales with a comedic, anachronistic lens, blending folklore with original satirical invention throughout the series.
Why does Kaamelott's tone change in later seasons?
From Season 5 onward, Kaamelott deliberately shifts from rapid-fire sitcom sketches to longer, darker, more dramatic episodes. Creator Alexandre Astier intentionally evolved the format to explore Arthur's psychological decline, political betrayal, and existential despair, transforming the show into a tragic epic.
Did Kaamelott win any awards?
Kaamelott received significant recognition in France, earning multiple nominations at the Césars and the International Emmy Awards. Alexandre Astier won the SACD Prize for French-language television writing, and the series is widely regarded as one of the greatest French television productions ever made.
What genre is Kaamelott?
Kaamelott blends Comedy, Drama, and Fantasy genres. It begins as a rapid-fire absurdist sitcom set in Arthurian medieval England, then gradually incorporates darker dramatic and epic fantasy elements in its later seasons, creating a uniquely layered genre experience unlike most French television.
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