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.
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1 Season • 15 Episodes
30–55 min per episode
2005 – 2005
Premiered: Thu, Oct 27, 2005
Andrew DaviesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 15: “Episode 15”
Richard's obsession with Chancery has left him desperately ill. Ada is pregnant but worries Richard will not live to see the child. When Woodcourt proposes marriage, Esther is torn between her love for him and her commitment to Jarndyce. The impossible finally happens - a result in Chancery - but it's one that will astound everybody.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Davies
Charles Dickens
Peter Field
Laura Mackie, Nigel Stafford-Clark, Sally Haynes, Rebecca Eaton, Alison Barnett
Department Leadership Roster
Nigel Stafford-Clark
Producer
Alison Barnett
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.
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Parental Guidance Suggested.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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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 Anna Maxwell Martin, Denis Lawson, Carey Mulligan, Gillian Anderson, Charles Dance.
Who created or directed Bleak House?
Bleak House was developed and directed by Andrew Davies.