
Sense and Sensibility
Sense and Sensibility is a 2008 British television drama, based on Jane Austen's 1811 novel of the same name. The screenplay was written by Andrew Davies, who said that the aim of the series was to make viewers forget Ang Lee's 1995 film version. As such, this series was more overtly sexual than previous Austen adaptations, and Davies included scenes featuring a seduction and a duel that are suggested in Austen's novel but absent from the feature film. A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained
Starring Hattie Morahan, Charity Wakefield, Dan Stevens, David Morrissey, Lucy Boynton
By Andrew Davies
Episodes
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- Part 1When Mr Dashwood dies, he leaves his Sussex estate Norland – undivided, as the law requires – to his first marriage son John. John's wife, Fanny, convinces him 51m
- Part 2Marianne attracts the attention of stoic war hero Colonel Brandon, but herself is only interested in charming and glamorous rival Willoughby; their exclusive mu55m
- Part 3In London, Willoughby acknowledges no connection to Marianne and marries wealthy heiress Grey. Elinor must hide her heartbreak when she learns Edward is engaged61m
About Sense and Sensibility
Creator
Andrew Davies
Cast
Hattie Morahan, Charity Wakefield, Dan Stevens, David Morrissey, Lucy Boynton
Genres
Drama
Maturity rating
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Score 7.5 • 2008 • TV Series
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