Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

The celebrated BBC dramatisation of a classic romance

Created by Andrew Davies

On BBC One

19951 season6 episodes55 min8.2 / 10

A stately, affectionate period romance centred on wit, social observation, and the gradual mutual recognition of two intelligent people across class and temperament.

Set in England in the early 19th century, Pride and Prejudice tells the story of Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters after the rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to the eldest Bennet daughter, Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with the second-eldest Bennet daughter, Elizabeth.

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  • Is Pride and Prejudice easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 97% of series.

  • Is Pride and Prejudice one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 97% of series.

  • Does Pride and Prejudice leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.

  • Is Pride and Prejudice violent? Barely. Less violent than 89% of series.

  • Is Pride and Prejudice scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.

  • Is Pride and Prejudice sad? Not especially. Less sad than 68% of series.

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