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Bleak House

“BY CHARLES DICKENS”

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 8 Episodes

52–60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1985 – 1985

Premiered: Wed, Apr 10, 1985

Created By
Arthur Hopcraft

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, May 29, 1985

Season 1, Episode 8: “Episode 8”

Richard, now married to Ada, continues the legal cause of Jarndyce.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ross Devenish

Screenplay & Story

Arthur Hopcraft, Charles Dickens

Producers

Jonathan Powell

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Charles Dickens

Department Leadership Roster

Jonathan Powell

Jonathan Powell

Producer

Ross Devenish

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Bleak House.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bleak House

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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 Denholm Elliott, Suzanne Burden, Jonathan Moore.

Who created or directed Bleak House?

Bleak House was developed and directed by Ross Devenish.