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Crossbow
1987·3 Seasons·72 Episodes·★ 6.3
French original
Crossbow follows the adventures of William Tell and takes place in the 14th-century in Switzerland. William Tell and his son are imprisoned by the tyrannical Gessler. As Governor of Austria, Gessler plans to stop the Swiss uprising. Having split the apple on his son's head with his crossbow, much to Gessler's chagrin, there is no stopping William Tell's legendary strength and skill.
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A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
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Long-form commitment · 3 seasons
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Seasons
Season 1
24 episodes
1987
Season 2
24 episodes
1988
Season 3
24 episodes
1989
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