Sharpe

Sharpe (1993-2008)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Adventure

Sean Bean is Sharpe, a troubled outsider who, following an heroic act of bravery, finds himself promoted to the rank of officer. In this definitive collection of the acclaimed drama, follow his breathtaking adventures commanding the King's Rifles during the Napoleonic Wars.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (100 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2008-11-09Sharpe's Peril: Part 2Nov 9, 2008
2008-11-02Sharpe's Peril: Part 1Nov 2, 2008
2006-04-24Sharpe's Challenge: Part 2Apr 24, 2006
2006-04-23Sharpe's Challenge: Part 1Apr 23, 2006
1997-05-21Sharpe's WaterlooMay 21, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sharpe premiere?

Sharpe premiered on May 5, 1993.

Who played the lead role in Sharpe?

Sean Bean played the lead role of Richard Sharpe in the series.

What was the setting of Sharpe?

Sharpe was set during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century.

Who was the author of the Sharpe book series that the TV show was based on?

Bernard Cornwell was the author of the Sharpe book series that the TV show was based on.

How many books were in the Sharpe book series?

The Sharpe book series consisted of 24 novels.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Sharpe?

The first season of Sharpe had three episodes.

Who was the primary director of Sharpe?

Tom Clegg directed the majority of the episodes of Sharpe.

Who composed the music for Sharpe?

John Tams composed the music for Sharpe and also played the character of "Rifleman Daniel Hagman" in the series.

What was Richard Sharpe's rank at the beginning of Sharpe?

At the beginning of Sharpe, Richard Sharpe was a Sergeant in the British Army.

Which historical battle was depicted in Sharpe's episode titled "Sharpe's Battle"?

The historical battle of Talavera was depicted in Sharpe's episode titled "Sharpe's Battle".

In which year was the penultimate episode of Sharpe titled "Sharpe's Revenge" released?

The penultimate episode of Sharpe titled "Sharpe's Revenge" was released in 1997.

Which character had a romantic relationship with Sharpe in the TV show?

Teresa Moreno had a romantic relationship with Sharpe in the TV show.

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