The Cazalets
Series Overview
The Cazalets is a 2001 television drama series about the life of a large privileged family in the years 1937 to 1947. Most of the action takes place in London, and at the family's large estate in Sussex. The drama was based on the novels of Elizabeth Jane Howard, and adapted by the screenwriter Douglas Livingstone. The series was originally produced by Cinema Verity for BBC One and is available on DVD.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 6 Episodes
60 min per episode
2001 – 2001
Premiered: Fri, Jun 22, 2001
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
Concern grows over Sybil's condition, while Christopher convalesces at Home Place. Two-timing Edward discovers that Diana is pregnant, Michael gets down on one knee to a confused Louise and an unexpected visitor brings welcome news of Rupert.
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Cast & Creators
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Lesley Manville
Villy Cazalet
Hugh Bonneville
Hugh Cazalet
Joanna Page
Zoe Cazalet
Stephen Dillane
Edward Cazalet
Anna Chancellor
Diana Mackintosh
Catherine Russell
Rachel Cazalet
John McArdle
Emma Griffiths Malin
Patsy Rowlands
Miss Millament
Frederick Treves
Ursula Howells
Jacqueline Tong
Anastasia Hille
Penny Downie
Sid
Paul Rhys
Rupert Cazalet
Florence Hoath
Cate Fowler
Mrs. Rose
Mark Bazeley
Michael Hadleigh
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Suri Krishnamma
Elizabeth Jane Howard, Douglas Livingstone
Julian Nott
Robin Vidgeon
Anthony Combes
Joanna Lumley, Verity Lambert, Rebecca Eaton, Pippa Harris, Jane Tranter
Department Leadership Roster
Joanna Lumley
Producer
Verity Lambert
Producer
Suri Krishnamma
Director
Robin Vidgeon
Director of Photography
Douglas Livingstone
Writer
John Asbridge
Production Design
Anthony Combes
Editor
Julian Nott
Original Music Composer
Frances Tempest
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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What is The Cazalets about?
The Cazalets is a 2001 television drama series about the life of a large privileged family in the years 1937 to 1947. Most of the action takes place in London, and at the family's large estate in Sussex. The drama was based on the novels of Elizabeth Jane Howard, and adapted by the screenwriter Douglas Livingstone. The series was originally produced by Cinema Verity for BBC One and is available on DVD.
How many seasons does The Cazalets have?
The Cazalets comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Cazalets?
Key cast members in The Cazalets include Lesley Manville, Hugh Bonneville, Joanna Page, Stephen Dillane, Anna Chancellor.
Who created or directed The Cazalets?
The Cazalets was developed and directed by Suri Krishnamma.