In which Rostóv navigates the delicate aftermath of a duel, forging unexpected friendships and witnessing the subtle stirrings of love within his family’s lively Moscow household. The season hums with youthful anticipation and the distant rumble of war, colouring their pleasures with a hint of impending change.

In which the Rostóv household is suffused with the tender and restless spirit of love during the holiday season, culminating in a farewell dinner for Nicholas who is quietly attentive to the delicate tensions among his family and friends. Amidst these soft and complex emotions, a moment of candid confession unfolds between Nicholas and Sónya, revealing the affectionate bonds and unspoken truths that weave through their lives.

In which the lively splendour of a Moscow ball is vividly portrayed, with youthful grace and innocent joy illuminating the air, as the Rostóv sisters, especially Natásha, partake in the dance and gaiety with hearts light and eyes bright. Amidst the whirl of music and movement, the skill and camaraderie of seasoned dancers bring a touch of nostalgia and admiration to the evening’s festivity.

In which the household at Bald Hills is quietly stirred by the approach of a new life, wrapped in a veil of solemn anticipation and gentle superstition, as the family attends to the little princess in her delicate condition. The evening deepens with the arrival of the awaited doctor, while Prince Andrew’s unexpected presence adds a tender poignancy to the unfolding scene.

In which a tender and sorrowful scene unfolds around the birth and passing of a young princess, revealing the delicate interplay of hope, fear, and grief within a noble household. The quiet solemnity of birthgiving and baptism is poignantly contrasted with the profound, unspoken questions and yearnings reflected in the faces of those left behind.

In which the sorrowful tidings of a great battle bring anguish and uncertain hope to a noble family, as they await news of a beloved son and brother whose fate remains unknown. The household wrestles with grief in their silent and differing ways, masking despair amidst the quiet duties of daily life and the fragile expectation of new life.

In which a tense and fateful duel unfolds amidst the winter mist, revealing the conflicting courage and vulnerability of the men involved. The episode closes with a poignant glimpse into the softer, hidden affections of Dólokhov, contrasting his fierce reputation with his devotion to his family.

In which Pierre finds himself tormented by troubling suspicions concerning his wife and Dólokhov, leading to a tense and charged dinner where old acquaintances clash beneath the surface of polite society. Beset by a heavy heart and clouded thoughts, he is drawn inexorably towards a duel in the early morning mist, reflecting on honour and fate amidst the somber woods.

In which Pierre lies awake, tormented by the tumult of his own emotions and the bitter reflections on his unhappy marriage and recent violent encounter. His wife, serene yet scornful, confronts him with a cruel frankness, leading him to a frenzied outburst and ultimately to the resolve of separation and departure.

In which Nicholas Rostóv returns to his family home in Moscow and is warmly reunited with his loved ones, their joy and affection filling the familiar rooms with renewed life and youthful gaiety. Amidst the tender exchanges and simple domestic scenes, bonds of friendship and love are delicately explored, hinting at the tender complexities of youth and promise.