Mini-series have a large number of fans among moviegoers. Mini-format art paintings are in no way inferior to long-running series and captivate the viewer by no less. They do not require long viewing for many days and can be “scrolled” in one evening. The best mini-series foreign, included in the top ten below, scored more positive ratings from viewers and have a high rating on Kinopoisk. In addition, the top mini-paintings belong to a different genre category, so everyone can choose a series for themselves.
10. Hooligans and nerds | 1999-2000
"Hooligans and nerds" (1999-2000) opens a rating of the best mini-series. The action of the youth picture takes place in the 80s of the last century in a fictional city. At the center of the events are the girl Lindsay Vier and her brother, who is younger than her, Sam. Other actors are high school students. The main character is a good student, she constantly participates in school competitions. But falling in love with charming Daniel all her time she begins to spend with him in the company of freaks. The girl has problems in relations with her parents, and her younger brother has questions about the school that need to be addressed.
9. The Pacific Ocean | 2010
"Pacific Ocean" (2010) - mini art painting, which was nominated for the Golden Globe Award, in the category "Best Mini-Series on TV". The film was based on the memoirs of American foot soldiers, as well as Robert Lecky. During World War II, these foot soldiers fought in the vast Pacific Ocean. The picture shows one of the most dramatic and global battles that went down in the history of the country.
8. North and South | 2004
"North and South" (2004) - An English mini-series that was highly praised by viewers. The main picture of the film Margaret was brought up in a rich family. But by coincidence, the girl’s father has to move his family to the north, where they will have a completely different life, deprived of their former comfort. They fall in the city of Milton, where the industrial revolution is unfolding. Margaret is far from liking this city and its inhabitants. The owner of the cotton factory John Thornton draws attention to the girl, but the main character gives him a rebuff. But the young man is very persistent and over time the ice in Margaret's soul begins to gradually melt.
7. If tomorrow comes | 1986
“If tomorrow comes” (1986) - one of the best old American mini-series. The plot is very modest Tracy Whitney, who works in a bank. In addition to good work, she has a loved one who is fabulously rich. They are engaged and a wedding is about to take place. But fate provides its plan for unfolding events. Ridiculous circumstances lead to the fact that the girl is behind bars. Her beloved person sets her up. Despite this, Tracy is not going to give up, it is not so easy to break it. Behind visual fragility lies a strong, sharp-witted girl who is ready to avenge betrayal.
6. Spartacus: Gods of the arena | 2011
Spartak: Gods of the Arena (2011) - one of the best historical mini-series. The main character of the Batiath art picture is transferred to the reins of government from his father. To exalt himself and his family, he actively trains gladiators. To achieve unprecedented success and make history he helps the wife of Lucretius, who is considered one of the most insidious women. Batiath draws attention to a gladiator named Gannik, showing incredible skill in handling the sword. Each time he enters the arena, he fights as if it were his last and most important battle.
5. The Godfather: Novel for Television | 1977
The Godfather: Novel for Television (1977) —one of the best mini-series based on the legendary film of the same name. The series combines the first two pictures of the trilogy, which were shot in chronological order and with the addition of new scenes. The series scored a large number of positive ratings, both from viewers and film critics. The full film strip was awarded three Oscars and a large number of other awards. The film, according to many film critics, is the greatest ganster film strip.
4. The Tenth Kingdom | 1999
"Tenth Kingdom" (1999) - a fantastic mini-series co-released by the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom. The main character of the picture, named Virginia, saves from the death of a dog who turns out to be an enchanted prince named Wendel. He escaped from the distant Land of the Nine Kingdoms to escape from the evil and treacherous queen stepmother. He is the direct heir to the throne, but his stepmother will never allow this. In pursuit of the prince, she launches trolls, which should kill the heir. Together with the prince, the persecutors enter our world. To stop the Queen's evil intent, Virginia will have to help Wendel.
3. Brothers in Arms | 2001
"Brothers in Arms" (2001) - the best military mini-series, which is a joint work of the United Kingdom and the United States. In 2002, the film screen was awarded the Golden Globe Award. The series also participated in two additional categories for this prestigious award. In the center of the plot is the company of the second battalion of the paratrooper regiment "Easy". During its service, the company will have to perform Operation Market Garden and take part in the Boston battle, which will last until the very end of the war.
2. Firefly | 2002-2003
"Glowworm" (2002-2003) - a fantastic action movie from the category of mini-series. The main character of the film is Captain Malcolm Reynolds. He is a veteran of the galactic civil war, and now earns his living by transporting other people's cargoes on his ship. And he stands at the head of a team that is ready for anything for the sake of its captain. Together they are a force that does not always perform legal actions. The creation of this series, directed by Joss Whedon, was inspired by the work of “Killer Angels” by Michael Shaara.
1. Pride and Prejudice | 1995
"Pride and Prejudice" (1995) - the best English mini-series. An art mini-picture was shot based on the novel of the same name, written by Jane Austen. The main character Elizabeth is the daughter of a poor landowner who has four more daughters. Since there is not a single son in the family, everything acquired by the father will go to a distant relative in the male line. Soon, two very wealthy friends, Mr. Bingley and Darcy, settled in the neighborhood. The first of them is fond of the older sister of a provincial family. His friend Mr. Darcy tries to resist this in every possible way, but he does not notice how he is fond of the youngest daughter of poor landowner Elizabeth.