Wives and Daughters
Series Overview
The life of doctor's daughter Molly Gibson changes gradually after her widowed father chooses to remarry. The union brings into her once-quiet life an ever-proper stepmother and flirtatious stepsister, Cynthia, while a friendship with the local squire brings about an unexpected romance.
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
75 min per episode
1999 – 1999
Premiered: Sun, Nov 28, 1999
Andrew DaviesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”
Roger returns from Africa after Osborne's death to find his sister-in-law and his nephew living at their home as well. Cynthia has accepted the proposal of lawyer Mr Henderson, while Roger seems to have his heart set on Molly.
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Wives and Daughters
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-02-26
Cast & Creators
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Justine Waddell
Molly Gibson
Keeley Hawes
Cynthia Kirkpatrick
Michael Gambon
Squire Hamley
Tom Hollander
Osborne Hamley
Anthony Howell
Roger Hamley
Bill Paterson
Mr Gibson
Francesca Annis
Mrs Hyacinth Gibson (née Kirkpatrick)
Iain Glen
Mr Preston
Barbara Flynn
Miss Browning
Deborah Findlay
Miss Phoebe
Emily McKenzie
Maria
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Davies
Elizabeth Gaskell
John E. Keane
Fred Tammes
Kevin Lester
Jane Tranter, Sue Birtwistle, Rebecca Eaton, Rupert Ryle-Hodges
Department Leadership Roster
Deirdre Clancy
Costume Design
Fred Tammes
Director of Photography
Gerry Scott
Production Design
Kevin Lester
Editor
John E. Keane
Original Music Composer
Sue Birtwistle
Producer
Rupert Ryle-Hodges
Producer
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U: Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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What is Wives and Daughters about?
The life of doctor's daughter Molly Gibson changes gradually after her widowed father chooses to remarry. The union brings into her once-quiet life an ever-proper stepmother and flirtatious stepsister, Cynthia, while a friendship with the local squire brings about an unexpected romance.
How many seasons does Wives and Daughters have?
Wives and Daughters comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Wives and Daughters?
Key cast members in Wives and Daughters include Justine Waddell, Keeley Hawes, Michael Gambon, Tom Hollander, Anthony Howell.
Who created or directed Wives and Daughters?
Wives and Daughters was developed and directed by Andrew Davies.