The Mayor of Casterbridge
Series Overview
At a country fair, young hay-trusser Michael Henchard quarrels with his wife Susan, and in a drunken fit decides to auction off his wife and baby to a sailor for five guineas. The next day, realising his loss, he swears not to touch liquor again for as many years as he has lived so far. Eighteen years later, Henchard has become Mayor of Casterbridge, a man well respected but not well liked. The unexpected return of his wife and daughter Elizabeth Jane sets off a turn of events that force him to face the consequences of his selfish impulses and violent temper.
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
2003 – 2003
Premiered: Sun, Dec 28, 2003
Dennis PotterLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part Two”
Henchard's daughter, Elizabeth-Jane is now working for his one-time lover Lucetta who, having been tentatively engaged to Henchard, now becomes interested in his rival Farfrae. The jealously furious Henchard plans to ruin Farfrae, but Henchard himself is coming undone.
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Cast & Creators
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Ciarán Hinds
Michael Henchard
Juliet Aubrey
Susan
Jodhi May
Elizabeth-Jane
James Purefoy
Donald Farfrae
Alex Kelly
Maid
Polly Walker
Lucetta Templeman
Ben Crompton
Abel Whittle
David Bradley
Councillor Vatt
Trevor Peacock
Christopher Coney
Richard Moore
Councillor Chalkfield
Clive Russell
Newson
Annette Badland
Mrs Stannidge
Henry Goodman
Joshua Jopp
James Walker
Priest
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Thacker
Ted Whitehead, Thomas Hardy
St. John O'Rorke
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Hardy
Writer
Ted Whitehead
Screenplay
David Thacker
Director
St. John O'Rorke
Editor
Bruce Macadie
Production Design
Lyn Avery
Costume Design
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U: Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is The Mayor of Casterbridge about?
At a country fair, young hay-trusser Michael Henchard quarrels with his wife Susan, and in a drunken fit decides to auction off his wife and baby to a sailor for five guineas. The next day, realising his loss, he swears not to touch liquor again for as many years as he has lived so far. Eighteen years later, Henchard has become Mayor of Casterbridge, a man well respected but not well liked. The unexpected return of his wife and daughter Elizabeth Jane sets off a turn of events that force him to face the consequences of his selfish impulses and violent temper.
How many seasons does The Mayor of Casterbridge have?
The Mayor of Casterbridge comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Mayor of Casterbridge?
Key cast members in The Mayor of Casterbridge include Ciarán Hinds, Juliet Aubrey, Jodhi May, James Purefoy, Alex Kelly.
Who created or directed The Mayor of Casterbridge?
The Mayor of Casterbridge was developed and directed by David Thacker.