Captain Petko Voivode () is a Bulgarian TV historical drama series released by the Bulgarian National Television in 1981, directed by Nedelcho Chernev, starring Vasil Mihaylov in the title role. The screenplay, written by Nikolay Haytov, is based on his namesake work from 1974 representing the biography of the Bulgarian haidouk and revolutionary Petko Kiryakov (1844–1900). At the beginning of each episode, the writer himself makes an introduction to the historical facts about the life and deeds of Petko.
The 12 episodes are divided into three parts named: Haidouk, Komitadji and Peaceful Life.
The production was intended for the celebrations of the 1300 anniversary of the Bulgarian state. The series obtain wide popularity. It turned Vasil Mihaylov into one of the superstars of the Bulgarian cinema and theatre of that time.
Episodes
Part one Haidouk The Revenge The Trap The Escape
Part two Komitadji Haidouk Tax Russia Arrived The Engagement Topographers
Part three Peaceful Life Return Meetings Iç Kale The Sworn Brother Petko le, kapitanine...
Cast Vasil Mihaylov as Petko Kiryakov (Captain Petko Voivode) Plamen Donchev as Little Petko (Petko Kiryakov's sworn brother) Stoyan Gadev as Stoil Prodan Nonchev as Vangelcho Nikola Chipryanov Dimitar Yordanov Vasil Banov Naum Shopov Dzhoko Rosich Stefan Iliev
References
External links
Captain Petko Voivode at the Bulgarian National Television