Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC Television
Type: Scripted
Rating: 0.0/10
Bleak House
Overview
Bleak House is the first BBC adaptation of the Charles Dickens novel of the same name. It was adapted by Constance Cox as an eleven-part series of half-hour episodes first transmitted from 16 October 1959. It stars Andrew Cruickshank in the role of John Jarndyce, Diana Fairfax as Esther Summerson and Colin Jeavons as Richard Carstone. The complete series still exists.
This production, originally released in 1959, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Drama.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Directed By
Written By
Starring Cast
Andrew Cruickshank
John Jarndyce
Diana Fairfax
Esther Summerson
Colin Jeavons
Richard Carstone
Anne Blake
Mrs. Rachael
Elizabeth Shepherd
Ada Clare
Iris Russell
Lady Honoria Dedlock
Timothy Bateson
William Guppy
John Phillips
Mr. Tulkinghorn
Seasons
Series 1
11 Episodes • Aired 1959-10-16
Adapted for television in eleven episodes by Constance Cox
