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Sense and Sensibility

Miniseries

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.

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Episode 125 min1981-02-01

Part 1

Although the half-brother of Elinor, Marianne, and the younger Margaret promised to care for his half-sisters, his wife convinces him he bears no financial obligation. Mr. And Mrs. John Dashwood take over the residence in Norland, leaving Mrs. Henry Dashwood and her daughters to feel like guests in their own home.

Episode 225 min1981-02-08

Part 2

Marianne cannot understand Elinor's philosophical acceptance of their new lives at Barton Cottage as her own heart is breaking for their beloved house at Norwood.

Episode 325 min1981-02-15

Part 3

Just as it seems that Willoughby and Marianne must be about to announce their engagement, he departs for London, leaving her bewildered and desolate.

Episode 425 min1981-02-22

Part 4

Elinor has promised to keep the secret of Edward Ferrar's engagement to Lucy Steel. She manages to conceal her unhappiness even from Marianne, who is overjoyed to visit London.

Episode 525 min1981-03-01

Part 5

Marianne's heart is doubly broken by a yet more callous rejection by Willoughby. Elinor is to meet Edward's mother.

Episode 625 min1981-03-08

Part 6

The sisters are to end their unhappy stay in London. Elinor is now as desolate as Marianne, as the secret of Edward's engagement is out at last and he intends to stand by it.

Episode 725 min1981-03-15

Part 7

Marianne is at last out of danger. Elinor has received a visit from the desperately penitent Willoughby.

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Irene Richard

Elinor Dashwood

Tracey Childs

Marianne Dashwood

Annie Leon

Mrs. Jennings

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