Sam Claflin takes on the iconic role of Edmond Dantès in a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel The Count of Monte Cristo, coming to U&Drama and streaming service U in the UK.
In the story, Edmond's jealous rivals plot to get him unwittingly arrested for treason against the French king, a crime which sees him sentenced to spend the rest of his life in jail. After being left to rot in the castle dungeons, Edmond befriends fellow prisoner Abbé Faria (Jeremy Irons), who tells Edmond of a stash of treasure hidden on the island of Monte Cristo.
