The Pillars of the Earth (2010)
Kernel Score: 86% · 396 ratings
Genres: Drama
First aired: 2010-07-23
Seasons: 1 · 8 episodes
Overview
A sweeping epic of good and evil, treachery and intrigue, violence and beauty, a sensuous, spirited story set against a backdrop of war, religious strife and power struggles in 12th Century England.
The Pillars of the Earth parents' guide: ages 12+
Parents need to know that The Pillars of the Earth is a TV-14 medieval miniseries involving violence, political intrigue, and religious strife.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts war, treachery, and violence set against medieval political and religious conflict, rated TV-14.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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The Pillars of the Earth FAQ
Is The Pillars of the Earth good?
The Pillars of the Earth has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 396 audience ratings.
Is The Pillars of the Earth OK for kids?
The Pillars of the Earth is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 12+. Parents need to know that The Pillars of the Earth is a TV-14 medieval miniseries involving violence, political intrigue, and religious strife.
What shows are like The Pillars of the Earth?
If you liked The Pillars of the Earth, try Poldark, Downton Abbey, I, Claudius and Sanditon.