The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders
“Notorious. Scandalous. Unforgettable!”
Series Overview
Ever since her birth in Newgate Prison, Moll Flanders has survived by her cunning wit, and considerable powers of seduction. She goes through five husbands and countless lovers to escape a life on the streets. In between using and deceiving her besotted paramours, she isn't above picking a pocket or two! All the while, though, her heart belongs to the charismatic Jemmy. Inevitably, even the most clever criminal's luck runs out and she is soon facing the noose. As her execution approaches, she devises on last desperate ploy to save not only her own neck, but also the life of her one true love.
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
50 min per episode
1996 – 1996
Premiered: Sun, Dec 1, 1996
Andrew DaviesLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4”
Moll continues her life of crime, taking on a partner, Lucy Diver, but Lucy is caught and hanged. Moll is eventually caught robbing a drapery store. She is taken to Newgate and sentenced to hang. She claims pregnancy to get a one month's stay of execution. Jemmy is caught and brought to the prison. They are allowed an hour together during which time Moll tells Jemmy to ask for transportation before he's brought up in court.
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Moll Flanders - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-07
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dominic Minghella, Andrew Davies
Daniel Defoe
Jim Parker, Marc Springer
Ivan Strasburg
Edward Mansell
Rebecca Eaton, David Lascelles, Gub Neal
Department Leadership Roster
David Lascelles
Producer
Jim Parker
Original Music Composer
Marc Springer
Original Music Composer
Ivan Strasburg
Director of Photography
Edward Mansell
Editor
Stephen Fineren
Production Design
Trisha Biggar
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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18: Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders about?
Ever since her birth in Newgate Prison, Moll Flanders has survived by her cunning wit, and considerable powers of seduction. She goes through five husbands and countless lovers to escape a life on the streets. In between using and deceiving her besotted paramours, she isn't above picking a pocket or two! All the while, though, her heart belongs to the charismatic Jemmy. Inevitably, even the most clever criminal's luck runs out and she is soon facing the noose. As her execution approaches, she devises on last desperate ploy to save not only her own neck, but also the life of her one true love.
How many seasons does The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders have?
The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders?
Key cast members in The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders include Alex Kingston, Daniel Craig, James Bowers.
Who created or directed The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders?
The Fortunes and Misfortunes of Moll Flanders was developed and directed by Dominic Minghella, Andrew Davies.