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Vanity Fair (1998–1998) — drama · romance on BBC One
About Vanity Fair
Vanity Fair ended on December 6, 1998, on BBC One. The series was a drama and romance adaptation of the classic novel, originally premiering in 1998. It was a six-episode miniseries that depicted the story of Becky Sharp, a woman determined to climb the social ladder despite her humble beginnings. Throughout the series, Becky used her wit, charm, and resourcefulness to navigate the complexities of 19th-century society, often exploiting those around her to achieve her goals. Set in the early 19th century, the show explored themes of ambition, social class, and manipulation. It portrayed Becky’s journey from poverty to wealth, highlighting her interactions with a cast of characters including Mr. Pitt Crawley, Rawdon Crawley, and William Dobbin. The series focused on her relentless pursuit of success and the moral ambiguities involved in her strategies, capturing the social dynamics of the period. The cast included Natasha Little as Becky Sharp, Anton Lesser as Mr. Pitt Crawley, Nathaniel Parker as Rawdon Crawley, and Philip Glenister as William Dobbin.
Vanity Fair episode schedule
6 aired
Aired · 6
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 6, 1998 | S1·E6 | Part 6 |
| November 29, 1998 | S1·E5 | Part 5 |
| November 22, 1998 | S1·E4 | Part 4 |
| November 15, 1998 | S1·E3 | Part 3 |
| November 8, 1998 | S1·E2 | Part 2 |
| November 1, 1998 | S1·E1 | Part 1 |
Vanity Fair cast
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Natasha Littleas Becky Sharp -
Anton Lesseras Mr. Pitt Crawley -
Nathaniel Parkeras Rawdon Crawley -
Nick Dunningas Wenham -
Sylvestra Le Touzelas Lady Jane Crawley -
Frances Greyas Amelia Sedley -
Philip Glenisteras William Dobbin -
Abigail Thawas Jane Osborne -
David Bradleyas Sir Pitt Crawley -
Graham Crowdenas Lord Bareacres -
Jeremy Swiftas Jos Sedley -
Joanna Scanlanas Lady Crawley -
Michele Dotriceas Mrs. Sedley -
Miriam Margolyesas Miss Crawley -
Tim Woodwardas Mr. John Osborne