Jeanne du Barry — Characters & Cast

To live free from destitution, pursue sensual and intellectual pleasure, and maintain emotional autonomy.

Climbs from poverty to become the sovereign's favorite, finds deep love in an artificial world, and endures total abandonment when royal favor dies.

To escape the suffocating loneliness of royal etiquette and experience genuine human connection.

A weary monarch isolated by ritual who rediscovers joie de vivre through Jeanne, but remains bound to the religious and political duties of the crown.

To preserve royal dignity and discreetly protect those under the King's care.

Shifts from an exacting royal valet guiding Jeanne through court minefields to her most empathetic, steadfast ally.

Financial enrichment and aristocratic standing.

Exploits Jeanne’s beauty to gain entry to the royal treasury, securing a sham marriage for her to his brother to legitimize her court presentation.