Screenwriter Andrew Davies adapts Charles Dickens' tale of struggle and hardship in 1820s London.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
Amy Dorrit finds employment as a seamstress for the fearsome Mrs. Clenham in order to pay off her father's debt, but all is turned upside down when Mrs. Clenham's son returns from China.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
Arthur strikes up a friendship with Amy as he settles back into life in England; in France, the sinister Rigaud decides to return to England.
EPISODE 3
Episode 3
John Chivery, sensing competition, proposes to Amy, as Arthur also sees competition in love from Henry Gowan for Pet; Cavalletto and Rigaud arrive in London.
EPISODE 4
Episode 4
Pancks continues his investigation with the help of John Chivery; Arthur proposes to Pet; Tattycoram leaves to work for Miss Wade; Rigaud introduces himself to Mrs. Clenham.
EPISODE 5
Episode 5
The Dorrit's finally leave Marshalsea, where they meet Rigaud and the Gowans; Amy continues to struggle to adapt to her new wealthy status.
EPISODE 6
Episode 6
Fanny and Edmund continue their liaison despite the efforts of Mrs. Merdle; Arthur meets Rigaud, returned from Venice, and uncovers his dark past.
Claire Foy
Tom Courtenay
Matthew Macfadyen
Emma Pierson
Alun Armstrong
Judy Parfitt
Eddie Marsan
Judy Parfit
Sebastian Armesto
Andy Serkis
James Fleet
