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      Miniseries – Alias Grace

      2017 History Drama Crime List
      99% Tomatometer 82 Reviews 88% Audience Score 500+ Ratings Based on the 1996 Margaret Atwood novel of the same name, "Alias Grace" tells the story of young Grace Marks, a poor Irish immigrant and domestic servant in Upper Canada who is accused and convicted of the 1843 murder of her employer and his housekeeper. Stablehand James McDermott is also convicted of the crime. McDermott is hanged, but Grace is sentenced to life in prison, leading her to become one of the most notorious women of the period in Canada. The story is based on actual 19th-century events. Read More Read Less Watch on Netflix Stream Now

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      Biting social commentary and Sarah Gadon's hypnotic performance make Alias Grace a worthy addition to the Margaret Atwood adaptation catalog.

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      Rachel Kincaid Autostraddle In the show's best moments, it's about something darker and more complicated; about how there's things we'll do for the sake of ourselves and things we'll do for the sake of those we love, but when both are on the table, dangerous doors swing open. Oct 5, 2021 Full Review s.e. smith Bitch Media The real power of the book and the Netflix series lies in the exploration of what it means to be a woman under the patriarchy. Mar 4, 2021 Full Review Lara Zarum Village Voice That's the ultimate appeal of Alias Grace: the subdued, no-shit narrative approach to Grace's story, and Gadon's performance of quiet strength. Dec 5, 2017 Full Review Alberto Carlos Espinof Although it may not have so much visual strength, there are some quite inspired moments that help 'Alias Grace' to be a jewel that deserves to be discovered. [Full Review in Spanish] Aug 6, 2019 Full Review Valerie Ettenhofer Film School Rejects Sarah Polley's script makes for a thrilling domestic mystery. Oct 24, 2018 Full Review Alci Rengifo Entertainment Voice It's ultimately a testament to the level of mystery surrounding Grace Marks and the murders for which she is imprisoned, a mystery that remains even today. Aug 28, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Maria A Disappointingly unrealistic. Very little organic character development, but rather a lot of explaining of things through today's lens. Waste of time. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/28/23 Full Review Haydn C I LOVED every moment of this series! I'm a HUGE fan of both Mary Harron and Sarah Polley, They are both geniuses! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/12/23 Full Review Lukas-Jeremie K The 1843 setting of Alias Grace, which is based on Margaret Atwood's book of the same name, relates the story of a horrifying double homicide. The affluent Thomas Kinnear, who has a tight bond with his servant Nancy Montgomery, is at the core of the action. The two's hidden pleasure, however, will soon come to an abrupt end when they are killed by superiors Grace Marks and James McDermott. "Alias Grace" is a bit lengthy here and there, but overall really interesting. The actors are good and until the end one can only guess what is actually the case. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/09/23 Full Review Amtul B It was an experience. one of those show's that I watch every year. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/13/23 Full Review Ayub J great acting with a very intriguing story which makes you want to keep watching. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/25/23 Full Review andrei d Gadon rupe, restul tot pe acolo Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Episode 1 Aired Sep 25, 2017 Convicted murderer Grace Marks claims she has no memory of the events surrounding the murder. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 2, 2017 In 1859, Simon investigates the murders; in 1842, Grace befriends a woman who dies from a back-alley abortion. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 9, 2017 Simon attempts to extract Grace's memories; Grace starts working as a servant at the Kinnear farmhouse. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 16, 2017 Simon is intimate with Mrs. Humphrey in 1859; Jamie confesses his love in 1843. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 23, 2017 In 1859, Grace tries neuro-hypnosis in an attempt to recover memories. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 30, 2017 In 1859, Simon joins the Union Army; Grace gets some unexpected news in 1872. Details

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      Season Info

      Director
      Mary Harron
      Screenwriter
      Sarah Polley
      Network
      CBC
      Rating
      TV-MA
      Genre
      History, Drama, Crime
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date
      Sep 25, 2017
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