Sense and Sensibility

Sense and Sensibility

1971
1 Season
5.5
Drama

A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.

Episodes

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E1Jan 9, 197145m

Part 1: Farewell to Norland

Fanny Dashwood and her two daughters, Elinor and Marianne, are faced with the prospect of her stepson and his wife moving into their home at Norland.

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E2Jan 16, 1971

Part 2: A Parting and a Journey

Colonel Brandon organised a picnic for all at Barton but was called to London at the last moment and cancelled it. Undeterred, Willoughby took Marianne for a drive by herself.

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E3Jan 23, 1971

Part 3: Sisters in Misfortune

Mrs Jennings took Elinor and Marianne to a ball in London. There Marianne at last saw Willoughby but was dismayed when he ignored her.

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E4Jan 30, 1971

Part 4: Resolution

Col. Brandon heard that Mrs Ferrars had cut Edward off because of his engagement. He asked Elinor to take a message to Edward, little knowing the effect this might have on her.

Top Cast

Joanna David

Joanna David

Elinor Dashwood

Ciaran Madden

Ciaran Madden

Marianne Dashwood

Patricia Routledge

Patricia Routledge

Mrs. Jennings

Clive Francis

Clive Francis

John Willoughby

Richard Owens

Richard Owens

Colonel Brandon

Isabel Dean

Isabel Dean

Fanny Dashwood

Robin Ellis

Robin Ellis

Edward Ferrars