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The Moonstone (1996–1996) — drama · crime · romance on BBC Two
About The Moonstone
The Moonstone ended on December 30, 1996, on BBC Two. The series concluded after its two-episode run, which aired in late December 1996.
The show was a drama, crime, and romance series that was based on the novel of the same name. It told the story of a cursed Hindu diamond, stolen by a British officer in 1799 and later bequeathed to his niece, which then vanished. The series explored the mystery and intrigue surrounding the diamond's disappearance, set against the backdrop of 19th-century England.
The cast featured Keeley Hawes as Rachel Verinder, Greg Wise as Franklin Blake, Terrence Hardiman as Col. Sir John Hardcastle, Peter Vaughan as Gabriel Betterege, Patricia Hodge as Lady Julia Verinder, Antony Sher as Sargeant Cuff, Anton Lesser as Ezra Jennings, and Paul Brooke as Dr. Candy.
The Moonstone episode schedule
2 aired
Aired · 2
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 30, 1996 | S1·E2 | Episode 2 |
| December 29, 1996 | S1·E1 | Episode 1 |
The Moonstone cast
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Keeley Hawesas Rachel Verinder -
Greg Wiseas Franklin Blake -
Terrence Hardimanas Col. Sir John Hardcastle -
Peter Vaughanas Gabriel Betterege -
Patricia Hodgeas Lady Julia Verinder -
Antony Sheras Sargeant Cuff -
Anton Lesseras Ezra Jennings -
Paul Brookeas Dr. Candy -
Scott Handyas Godfrey Ablewhite -
Lesley Sharpas Rosanna Spearman -
Kacey Ainsworthas Drusilla Clack -
Peter Jeffreyas Mr Bruff