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9.0 / 10(2 votes)IMDb12First Aired: 19591 Season

Bleak House

Series Overview

The generous John Jarndyce, struggling with his own past, and his two young wards Richard and Ada, are all caught up, like Lady Dedlock, in the infamous case of Jarndyce vs Jarndyce, which will make one of them rich beyond imagination if it can ever be brought to a conclusion. As Tulkinghorn digs deeper into Lady Dedlock's past, he unearths a secret that will change their lives forever, and which is almost as astounding as the final outcome of the Jarndyce case.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Television
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 11 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

1959 – 1959

Premiered: Fri, Oct 16, 1959

Created By
Constance Cox

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Dec 25, 1959

Season 1, Episode 11: “Episode 11”

In which there is some tragedy and much happiness.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Constance Cox

Screenplay & Story

Constance Cox, Charles Dickens

Film Editing

Pam Bosworth

Producers

Eric Tayler

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Charles Dickens

Department Leadership Roster

Eric Tayler

Producer

Pam Bosworth

Editor

Stephen Bundy

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 12

12: Suitable only for 12 years and over.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)12

Suitable only for 12 years and over.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Bleak House.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bleak House

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What is Bleak House about?

The generous John Jarndyce, struggling with his own past, and his two young wards Richard and Ada, are all caught up, like Lady Dedlock, in the infamous case of Jarndyce vs Jarndyce, which will make one of them rich beyond imagination if it can ever be brought to a conclusion. As Tulkinghorn digs deeper into Lady Dedlock's past, he unearths a secret that will change their lives forever, and which is almost as astounding as the final outcome of the Jarndyce case.

How many seasons does Bleak House have?

Bleak House comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Bleak House?

Key cast members in Bleak House include Diana Fairfax, Colin Jeavons.

Who created or directed Bleak House?

Bleak House was developed and directed by Constance Cox.