James Norton’s ‘magnificent’ BBC drama War & Peace is your next free TV binge
Attention, James Norton fans! The Happy Valley star’s gripping 2016 period drama, War & Peace, is currently trending on the free UK streaming service, U – and if you haven’t yet seen it, you’re in for a treat. Adapted from Leo Tolstoy’s classic 1869 novel, the BBC series follows the lives of three young Russian aristocrats as they experience love and loss during Napoleon’s invasion of Russia. It’s easy to see why this big-budget spectacle is capturing viewers all over again on U. Not only is the series based on legendary source material, but it also boasts a phenomenal ensemble cast, anchored by a standout performance from Paul Dano as the bumbling yet endearing Pierre Bezukhov. Keep reading to find out more… © BBCJames Norton stars as Prince Andrei Bolkonsky in the acclaimed series What is the story of War & Peace? Set against the backdrop of Russia’s wars with Napoleon, the series centres around three Russian aristocrats: Pierre Bezukhov (Paul Dano), Prince Andrei Bolkonsky (James Norton) and Natasha Rostova (Lily James). © BBCPaul Dano delivers …





