Sense and Sensibility
Series Overview
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 and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
52 min per episode
2008 – 2008
Premiered: Tue, Jan 1, 2008
Andrew DaviesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Part 3”
In London, Willoughby acknowledges no connection to Marianne and marries wealthy heiress Grey. Elinor must hide her heartbreak when she learns Edward is engaged to Miss Lucy Steel; but when his mother learns of the engagement, she disinherits him. Fortune ultimately smiles unexpectedly on both Dashwood sisters.
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Sense and Sensibility Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-10-20
Cast & Creators
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Hattie Morahan
Elinor Dashwood
Charity Wakefield
Marianne Dashwood
Dan Stevens
Edward Ferrars
David Morrissey
Colonel Brandon
Lucy Boynton
Margaret Dashwood
Janet McTeer
Mrs. Dashwood
Linda Bassett
Mrs. Jennings
Claire Skinner
Fanny Dashwood
Mark Williams
Sir John Middleton
Rosanna Lavelle
Lady Middleton
Dominic Cooper
Willoughby
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Alexander
Andrew Davies, Jane Austen
Martin Phipps
Sean Bobbitt
Roy Sharman
Anne Pivcevic, Rebecca Eaton, Jessica Pope
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Davies
Writer
John Alexander
Director
Martin Phipps
Original Music Composer
Roy Sharman
Editor
Sean Bobbitt
Director of Photography
James Merifield
Production Design
Michele Clapton
Costume Design
Anne Pivcevic
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is Sense and Sensibility about?
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 and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.
How many seasons does Sense and Sensibility have?
Sense and Sensibility comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Sense and Sensibility?
Key cast members in Sense and Sensibility include Hattie Morahan, Charity Wakefield, Dan Stevens, David Morrissey, Lucy Boynton.
Who created or directed Sense and Sensibility?
Sense and Sensibility was developed and directed by John Alexander.