A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.
1 season · 4 episodes
Part 1: Farewell to Norland
Jan 9, 197145 min
Fanny Dashwood and her two daughters, Elinor and Marianne, are faced with the prospect of her stepson and his wife moving into their home at Norland.
Part 2: A Parting and a Journey
Jan 16, 1971
Colonel Brandon organised a picnic for all at Barton but was called to London at the last moment and cancelled it. Undeterred, Willoughby took Marianne for a drive by herself.
Part 3: Sisters in Misfortune
Jan 23, 1971
Mrs Jennings took Elinor and Marianne to a ball in London. There Marianne at last saw Willoughby but was dismayed when he ignored her.
Part 4: Resolution
Jan 30, 1971
Col. Brandon heard that Mrs Ferrars had cut Edward off because of his engagement. He asked Elinor to take a message to Edward, little knowing the effect this might have on her.
Joanna David
Elinor Dashwood
Ciaran Madden
Marianne Dashwood
Patricia Routledge
Mrs. Jennings
Clive Francis
John Willoughby
Richard Owens
Colonel Brandon
Isabel Dean
Fanny Dashwood
Robin Ellis
Edward Ferrars
Michael Aldridge
Sir John Middleton
Sheila Ballantine
Lady Middleton
Esme Church
Mary
Jo Kendall
Charlotte Palmer
David Strong
Thomas Palmer
