The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant
Created by Peter Berry
On 10
A historical miniseries following a young woman's survival and agency within the brutal constraints of 18th-century colonial imprisonment.
Mary Bryant, a Cornish girl who was convicted of petty theft, is being transported to the Australian Penal Colony on the First Fleet with other prisoners bound for Botany Bay.
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Questions people ask
Is The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant sad? Yes. More sad than 79% of series.
Is The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 73% of series.
Is The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 70% of series.
Is The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Incredible Journey of Mary Bryant, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
