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Pride and Prejudice (1980–1980) — drama on BBC Two
About Pride and Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice aired its final episode on February 10, 1980, on BBC Two. The series concluded after a five-episode run that began on January 13, 1980. This adaptation faithfully brought Jane Austen's classic novel to television, offering a complete and satisfying conclusion to its story.
Pride and Prejudice was a drama series based on Jane Austen's 1813 novel. It depicted the social and romantic entanglements of the Bennet family, especially Elizabeth Bennet, as she navigated issues of love, class, and societal expectations. The series highlighted the witty dialogue and satirical characters that make Austen's work enduring, capturing the complexities of relationships and social mobility in early 19th-century England.
The cast included Elizabeth Garvie as Elizabeth Bennet, David Rintoul as Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, Sabina Franklyn as Jane Bennet, Barbara Shelley as Mrs. Gardiner, and Irene Richard as Charlotte Lucas. The series had a runtime of approximately 55 minutes per episode.
Pride and Prejudice episode schedule
5 aired
Aired · 5
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| February 10, 1980 | S1·E5 | Episode 5 |
| February 3, 1980 | S1·E4 | Episode 4 |
| January 27, 1980 | S1·E3 | Episode 3 |
| January 20, 1980 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| January 13, 1980 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |
Pride and Prejudice cast
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Elizabeth Garvieas Elizabeth Bennett -
David Rintoulas Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy -
Sabina Franklynas Jane Bennett -
Barbara Shelleyas Mrs Gardiner - IRIrene Richardas Charlotte Lucas
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Marsha Fitzalanas Caroline Bingley - OBOsmund Bullockas Mr Bingley
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Tessa Peake-Jonesas Mary Bennett - NONatalie Ogleas Lydia Bennett
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Clare Higginsas Kitty Bennett - EAEdward Arthuras Mr Hurst
- ESElizabeth Stewartas Lady Lucas
- JGJennifer Granvilleas Mrs Hurst
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Judy Parfittas Lady Catherine de Bourgh -
Malcolm Rennieas Mr Collins -
Moray Watsonas Mr Bennett -
Peter Howellas Sir William Lucas -
Peter Settelenas Mr Wickham