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Cranford

Series 1 Episode 1: June 1842

The idiosyncrasies and misfortunes of the lives of the townspeople of Cranford are played out. With the arrival of new residents the women are sparkling with anticipation. Centring on Matty Jenkyns and her older, stricter sister Deborah, we share in their excitement as a new house guest and neighbours arrive. When Jem, the local carpenter, falls from a tree, all eyes are on the new doctor and his untested modern methods.

Category
Drama / Historical drama / Romance
Original air date
18/11/2007
Cast and crew
  • Simon CurtisDirector
  • Steve HudsonDirector
  • Judi DenchMiss Matty Jenkyns
  • Julia McKenzieMrs Forrester
  • Imelda StauntonMiss Pole
  • Lisa DillonMary Smith
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