Cranford
Series Overview
Set in the early 1840s, this is the original BBC miniseries of Elizabeth Gaskell's classic tale of a fictional Victorian country village in which the genteel ladies of Cranford struggle to face an uncertain future with dignity and 19th Century decorum.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
45 min per episode
1972 – 1972
Premiered: Sun, Nov 26, 1972
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4”
Miss Matty is forced into a way of life that is distasteful to her. Hearts beat faster when a well-loved face, long absent from the town, suddenly reappears.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hugh David
Department Leadership Roster
Hugh David
Director
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What is Cranford about?
Set in the early 1840s, this is the original BBC miniseries of Elizabeth Gaskell's classic tale of a fictional Victorian country village in which the genteel ladies of Cranford struggle to face an uncertain future with dignity and 19th Century decorum.
How many seasons does Cranford have?
Cranford comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Cranford?
Key cast members in Cranford include Gabrielle Hamilton, Fabia Drake, Sarah Grazebrook, Hazel Bainbridge, Helen Christie.
Who created or directed Cranford?
Cranford was developed and directed by Hugh David.