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A place governed by etiquette, custom and above all, ladies, Cranford in the 1840s is a small English town on the cusp of change. Three novels by Elizabeth Gaskell have been woven together to create this uniquely rich and comic drama about ordinary human lives during one extraordinary year.

International · 2007 · 53 min

Starring Barbara Flynn , Julia McKenzie , Dame Judi Dench

Director Simon Curtis , Steve Hudson

EPISODE 1

June 1842

With the arrival of new residents, in particular a young, handsome unmarried Doctor, the womenfolk of Cranford are sparkling with anticipation. But are they really ready for the changes that are about to descend upon them? Matty Jenkyns and her older, stricter sister Debora are particularly excited as a new house guest and neighbours arrive. When Jem, the local carpenter, falls from a tree, all eyes are upon on the new doctor and his untested modern methods.

45 min · Dec 31, 2006
EPISODE 2

August 1842

A visitor to Cranford brings joy and hope to Jessie Brown. Meanwhile, Mr Carter oversees preparations for Lady Ludlow's garden party. It turns out to be a day that Cranford will never forget. Miss Matty is very shaken when she unexpectedly meets someone from her past. Shock and panic erupt after some eavesdropping unveils startling news which threatens to rip through the heart of Cranford and change it forever.

46 min · Dec 31, 2006
EPISODE 3

November 1842

A theft from the Doctor's house and an attack on Mr Johnson spread panic and the fear of an imminent crime wave. Suspicion and mistrust ripple through Cranford and Miss Pole resorts to desperate measures to safeguard her treasures! To save his father, Harry is forced to make a formidable decision, thereby putting himself in danger. In these uncertain times, the ladies cluster together for Christmas.

45 min · Dec 31, 2006
EPISODE 4

April 1843

A maze of misunderstandings leads the ladies of Cranford astray as May Day brings hopes of love into many hearts. Miss Tomkinson's ambiguous conversation with the young doctor sets in motion a disastrous train of events. Will he be able to survive the turmoil that results and secure the affections of the one he loves? Meanwhile, Miss Matty is forced to face up to some life-changing news. Will she be able to keep it a secret for long in Cranford?

46 min · Dec 31, 2006
EPISODE 5

May 1843

Dr Harrison finds both his career and his reputation ruined, and his courtship destroyed. Miss Matty receives devastating news, but the true values of Cranford's friendships become apparent as the ladies secretly rally to help. Miss Galindo and Mr Carter's friendship strengthens as they are forced to face up to the true tragedy of Hanbury. But will Miss Galindo be able to help Mr Carter carry out his wishes? And who will be able to adapt to change?

46 min · Dec 31, 2006
EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Miss Matty’s house is full of life and bustle with the addition of baby Tilly, daughter of her maid Martha. The new railway looms, five miles outside Cranford, to Captain Brown’s great displeasure. Meanwhile, Harry Gregson is sent away to school, and set on a course that will test him severely. Tragedy strikes Cranford when two prominent local figures pass away.

52 min · Dec 20, 2007

Barbara Flynn

Mrs Jamieson
Julia McKenzie

Mrs Forrester
Dame Judi Dench

Miss Matty Jenkyns
Michael Gambon

Thomas Holbrook
Imelda Staunton

Miss Pole / Miss Octavia Pole
Deborah Findlay

Miss Tomkinson
Eileen Atkins

Miss Deborah Jenkyns
Lisa Dillon

Mary Smith
John Bowe

Actor
Francesca Annis

Actor
Andrew Buchan

Actor