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Jude the Obscure

Series Overview

Jude the Obscure is a British television serial directed by Hugh David and dramatised by Harry Green, based on Thomas Hardy's 1895 novel of the same name. Born into poverty, young Jude Fawley refuses to accept his lot in life. As his dreams are shattered one by one, his life gradually descends into tragedy.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

50 min per episode

Air Date Window

1971 – 1971

Premiered: Sat, Feb 6, 1971

Created By
Harry Green

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Mar 13, 1971

Season 1, Episode 6: “Christminster Again”

Jude travels in search of work and the pregnant Sue finds that she must work too.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Harry Green

Screenplay & Story

Thomas Hardy, Lennox Phillips

Producers

Martin Lisemore

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Thomas Hardy

Department Leadership Roster

Martin Lisemore

Producer

Richard Wilmot

Production Design

Odette Barrow

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Jude the Obscure.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jude the Obscure

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What is Jude the Obscure about?

Jude the Obscure is a British television serial directed by Hugh David and dramatised by Harry Green, based on Thomas Hardy's 1895 novel of the same name. Born into poverty, young Jude Fawley refuses to accept his lot in life. As his dreams are shattered one by one, his life gradually descends into tragedy.

How many seasons does Jude the Obscure have?

Jude the Obscure comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Jude the Obscure?

Key cast members in Jude the Obscure include Robert Powell, Fiona Walker, John Franklyn-Robbins.

Who created or directed Jude the Obscure?

Jude the Obscure was developed and directed by Harry Green.