Ivanhoe(1958) Apr 2026

The series is loosely based on the classic 1819 novel by Sir Walter Scott . Set in 12th-century England during the reign of Richard the Lionheart, it follows the adventures of , a Saxon knight returning from the Crusades.

The show featured Robert Brown as Gurth, Ivanhoe’s loyal companion. Interestingly, Brown later joined Moore in the James Bond franchise as the character "M". Roger Moore’s Breakthrough Ivanhoe(1958)

Ivanhoe is a British adventure television series that aired from 1958 to 1959, notably featuring in his first major leading role. Overview and Production The series is loosely based on the classic

Produced specifically for a children’s audience, the series consisted of . It was filmed primarily at Beaconsfield Studios and on location at various British castles, including Chilham Castle and Warwick Castle . While the show was a British production for the ITV network, it also gained international recognition through syndication. Plot and Characters Interestingly, Brown later joined Moore in the James