Our Mutual Friend
“Love in a city where class governs all”
Series Overview
After his father's will stipulates he must marry Bella Wilfer to inherit his fortune, John Harmon fakes his death to avoid the marriage and the threats on his life. He returns as John Rokesmith and becomes the secretary for the Boffins, who inherit Harmon's estate following his alleged death.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 4 Episodes
90 min per episode
1998 – 1998
Premiered: Mon, Mar 9, 1998
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”
Harmon is planning to claim his dust fortune from the Boffins, who have been playing villains to test Bella's true character. Meanwhile, Eugene has a brush with death via Headstone and decides to do the honorable thing with Lizzie.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Steven Mackintosh
John Harmon / John Rokesmith
Anna Friel
Bella Harmon / Bella Wilfer
Peter Vaughan
Nicodemus 'Noddy' Boffin
Pam Ferris
Henrietta Boffin
Keeley Hawes
Elizabeth 'Lexie' Hexam
Dominic Mafham
Mortimer Lightwood
Paul McGann
Eugene Wrayburn
Kenneth Cranham
Silas Wegg
Timothy Spall
Mr Venus
Anthony Calf
Alfred Lammle
Doon Mackichan
Sophronia Lammle
David Bradley
Roger 'Rogue' Riderhood
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julian Farino
Charles Dickens, Sandy Welch
Adrian Johnston
David Odd
Frances Parker
Phillippa Giles, Catherine Wearing, Michael Wearing
Department Leadership Roster
Julian Farino
Director
Catherine Wearing
Producer
Adrian Johnston
Original Music Composer
David Odd
Director of Photography
Frances Parker
Editor
Malcolm Thornton
Production Design
Mike O'Neill
Costume Design
Sandy Welch
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Mutual Friend
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What is Our Mutual Friend about?
After his father's will stipulates he must marry Bella Wilfer to inherit his fortune, John Harmon fakes his death to avoid the marriage and the threats on his life. He returns as John Rokesmith and becomes the secretary for the Boffins, who inherit Harmon's estate following his alleged death.
How many seasons does Our Mutual Friend have?
Our Mutual Friend comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Our Mutual Friend?
Key cast members in Our Mutual Friend include Steven Mackintosh, Anna Friel, Peter Vaughan, Pam Ferris, Keeley Hawes.
Who created or directed Our Mutual Friend?
Our Mutual Friend was developed and directed by Julian Farino.