Episode Information

'Comte d'Artagnan: The Forgotten Duels' is a gripping historical documentary that unveils the true story of Charles de Batz de Castelmore, the real-life Comte d’Artagnan. It explores the life of the man, who was celebrated as one of the greatest musketeers, soldiers and duellists not only in France, but all over the Europe. This story reveals the complexity of the existence behind this iconic figure from the swordsman and duellist point of view. The figure best known from the novels of Alexander Dumas who merely copied earlier authors and completely altered the entire life and fate of this real-life character.

Comte d'Artagnan's roles formed a rich tapestry of life stories: he was captain of King Louis XIV's Musketeers, an agent under the command of Cardinal Mazarin, and one of the most famous duellists in France and throughout the Europe. He was a distinguished commander of the royal troops, a loyal friend and confidant of the French monarchs. The questions of why this man became a true living legend and how his men followed him into the fiercest battles without hesitation led us to delve into the depths of his life, uncovering the full story.

Based on real historical characters and events, from his humble origins to his rise through the ranks and heroic death on the battlefield, the film paints a vivid portrait of a complex man. Featuring expert insights in history, martial arts, and psychology, it’s a journey into the mind and legacy of a true warrior of legend. We also get to discover the real stories of Dumas´ Three Musketeer – Athos, Porthos and Aramis.