Sense and Sensibility

Sense and Sensibility is a 2008 British television drama, based on Jane Austen's 1811 novel of the same name. The screenplay was written by Andrew Davies, who said that the aim of the series was to make viewers forget Ang Lee's 1995 film version. As such, this series was more overtly sexual than previous Austen adaptations, and Davies included scenes featuring a seduction and a duel that are suggested in Austen's novel but absent from the feature film. 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.

★ 7.5/10 · 127 TMDB audience ratings

Starring

• Hattie MorahanElinor Dashwood
• Charity WakefieldMarianne Dashwood
• Dan StevensEdward Ferrars
• David MorrisseyColonel Brandon
• Lucy BoyntonMargaret Dashwood
• Janet McTeerMrs. Dashwood
• Linda BassettMrs. Jennings
• Claire SkinnerFanny Dashwood

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Audience reviews from TMDB · may contain spoilers

Peter McGinn: I really enjoyed this miniseries version of the Jane Austen favorite. The acting was superb and the screenplay tight and well-written. Andrew Davies… Read full review

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