An adaptation of the classic Henry Fielding novel, by screenwriter Gwyneth Hughes. Set in 18th century England, the story follows the fortunes of foundling and outsider Tom Jones, who is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western.
EPISODE 1
Episode 1
Tom and Sophia hit it off despite their contrasting backgrounds; Molly complicates the picture for Tom and Blifil for Sophia.
EPISODE 2
Episode 2
Tom is banished by Allworthy; Sophia flees her impending marriage to Blifil; adventures ensue, including fateful encounters at two inns.
EPISODE 3
Episode 3
Tom is lured to a masquerade by a paramour; complications develop; Blifil and a lord try to compromise Sophia.
EPISODE 4
Episode 4
Tom's letter to Lady Bellaston threatens to sink his prospects with Sophia; a swordfight puts him in deeper trouble; a secret emerges.
Shirley Henderson
Pearl Mackie
Susannah Fielding
Dean Lennox Kelly
Tamzin Merchant
James Fleet
Alun Armstrong
Daniel Rigby
Felicity Montagu
Hannah Waddingham
Janine Duvitski
