Beggarman, Thief

This gripping miniseries follows the tumultuous lives of the wealthy and powerful Jordache family. As patriarch Rudolph Jordache builds his empire, his children grapple with ambition, betrayal, and dark secrets. The narrative weaves through decades of their lives, showcasing their triumphs and devastating failures as they navigate the cutthroat world of business and personal relationships.

Beggarman, Thief was a popular television miniseries upon its release, drawing significant viewership. Critics noted its ambitious scope and dramatic storytelling, though some found its melodrama excessive. It was generally well-received for its engaging plot and performances, becoming a notable entry in the television miniseries genre of the late 1970s.

• Praised for its epic scope and dramatic tension.
• Noted for its complex family dynamics and exploration of wealth and power.
• Some criticism for leaning heavily into soap opera elements.

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Nominated for one Emmy Award for Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited Series or a Special.

The miniseries is based on the 1977 novel of the same name by Irwin Shaw, which itself was a sequel to Shaw's earlier bestseller, 'Rich Man, Poor Man'.