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New Austen Spin-off Explores Overlooked Elliot Sister
27 Aug
Summary
- BBC announces a new 10-part drama based on Jane Austen's Persuasion.
- The series will focus on an overlooked Elliot sister, inspired by a new book.
- The previous spin-off, The Other Bennet Sister, was a significant audience hit.
The BBC is set to develop a new 10-part drama series, tentatively titled "The Other Elliot Sister," building on the success of "The Other Bennet Sister." This upcoming series will draw inspiration from Jane Austen's novel "Persuasion." It is expected to follow a similar format to its predecessor, focusing on an often-overlooked sibling within the Elliot family.
The initial series, "The Other Bennet Sister," which aired earlier this year, achieved significant viewership, attracting 8.3 million viewers. Its lead actress, Ella Bruccoleri, who portrayed Mary Bennet, is considered a favorite for an upcoming National Television Award. The success has also led to a commissioned three-part special set to air on BBC1 during the Christmas season.
"The Other Elliot Sister" will be based on a new book by Janice Hadlow, who reinterprets Austen's works. While "Persuasion" originally centered on Anne Elliot and her reconciliation with Captain Frederick Wentworth, the new adaptation will shift focus to either Elizabeth or Mary Elliot. BBC drama executives have expressed enthusiasm for this new brand of period drama, highlighting the strong audience reception.
