Sue Birtwistle
Director
Cranford (2007)
Season 1
In season one, talk of a new railway being built brings fears of the breakdown of law and order; and the arrival of a handsome new doctor from London causes a stir among the ladies' in the town.
Released Nov. 18, 2007
Episode 60 min
10+
Genres: Drama
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Production Companies: Chestermead
Network: BBC One
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
7.7
S1E1 - June 1842
The town of Cranford is in a flurry at the arrival of a new handsome doctor. His controversial treatment of an unfortunate carpenter is risky not only for the patient, but also his reputation. Elsewhere a family suffers a loss but forges a friendship.
Nov. 18, 2007, midnight
8.0
S1E2 - August 1842, Miss Matty is Shaken
An unexpected visitor shakes miss Matty, but she keeps it to herself. The rumor that the railway will reach the town ruins the happy atmosphere. When Miss Deborah goes to talk to Captain Brown of this, he is of no help, indeed their friendship is severely strained.
Nov. 25, 2007, midnight
7.7
S1E3 - November 1842, Winter Approaches Cranford
The theft of a leg of mutton starts a chain of events that can only lead to trouble for one family in Cranford. With Christmas comes an invitation for Miss Matty, that she is encouraged to accept. Dr Harrison's friend Jack persuades him to declare his affections for Sophy, but then plays a cruel trick.
Dec. 2, 2007, midnight
7.3
S1E4 - April 1843, Dr Harrison Visits the Rectory
Miss Matty suffers a disappointment, and reveals to Mary the great wrong done her as a young woman. Mary writes to Major Gordon about Jessie's changed circumstances. And Dr Harrison pays a formal visit to the rectory.
Dec. 9, 2007, midnight
7.7
S1E5 - May 1843, Miss Matty's Crisis
Jem and Martha formalise their relationship, and live as lodgers with Miss Matty, who has fallen on hard times. Will her friends come to her aid and will she accept help? Dr Harrison is advised to leave town due to his reputation being in tatters, but Sophy is ill and his modern medicine could help. Lady Ludlow is prepared to lose everything for her absent son, but Mr Carter tries to find another solution.
Dec. 16, 2007, midnight
Network: BBC One
Episode Runtime: 60 min.
Season Runtime: 420 min.
Released: Nov. 18, 2007
Last Air Date: Dec. 26, 2009, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR / 10+
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