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Wessex Tales

Series Overview

An anthology series based on the Wessex Tales, a collection of short stories by novelist Thomas Hardy.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

75 min per episode

Air Date Window

1973 – 1973

Premiered: Wed, Nov 7, 1973

Created By
Thomas HardyThomas Hardy

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Dec 12, 1973

Season 1, Episode 6: “Barbara of the House of Grebe”

Lord Uplandtowers vows to make Barbara his wife, but she has secret plans of her own.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Thomas Hardy

Screenplay & Story

Thomas Hardy

Original Score & Music

Joseph Horovitz

Producers

Irene Shubik

Department Leadership Roster

Irene Shubik

Irene Shubik

Producer

Joseph Horovitz

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wessex Tales

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What is Wessex Tales about?

An anthology series based on the Wessex Tales, a collection of short stories by novelist Thomas Hardy.

How many seasons does Wessex Tales have?

Wessex Tales comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Wessex Tales?

Key cast members in Wessex Tales include Not specified.

Who created or directed Wessex Tales?

Wessex Tales was developed and directed by Thomas Hardy.