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Canterbury Tales

Series Overview

Six single dramas adapted from six of Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th century Canterbury Tales, transferred to a modern, 21st century setting, but still set along the traditional Pilgrims' route to Canterbury.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2003 – 2003

Premiered: Thu, Sep 11, 2003

Created By
Geoffrey ChaucerGeoffrey Chaucer

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Oct 16, 2003

Season 1, Episode 6: “The Man of Law's Tale”

Fleeing persecution in her native Nigeria, undocumented immigrant Constance is taken in by Adam and Nicky Constable and falls, mutually, for their friend Alan King. However, another young man, Terry, becomes obsessed with her and makes a savage play for her, interrupted by Nicky, whom he kills. He's convicted but Constance's status is exposed and she is deported back to Nigeria, pregnant with Alan's baby.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Geoffrey Chaucer

Screenplay & Story

Geoffrey Chaucer

Producers

Sally Haynes, Laura Mackie, Franc Roddam, Kate Bartlett

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Geoffrey Chaucer

Department Leadership Roster

Kate Bartlett

Producer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canterbury Tales

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What is Canterbury Tales about?

Six single dramas adapted from six of Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th century Canterbury Tales, transferred to a modern, 21st century setting, but still set along the traditional Pilgrims' route to Canterbury.

How many seasons does Canterbury Tales have?

Canterbury Tales comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Canterbury Tales?

Key cast members in Canterbury Tales include Not specified.

Who created or directed Canterbury Tales?

Canterbury Tales was developed and directed by Geoffrey Chaucer.