BBC and PBS Announce Premiere Dates for Jane Austen Drama 'Miss Austen'

The four-part series, inspired by Gill Hornby's novel, explores the bond between Jane Austen and her sister Cassandra, with Keeley Hawes leading the cast.

• The BBC has confirmed that 'Miss Austen' will debut on Sunday, February 2, 2025, on BBC One and iPlayer, with all episodes available for streaming that day.
• In the U.S., the series will air on PBS Masterpiece starting Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 9/8c.
• The drama, based on Gill Hornby's novel, reimagines the story behind Cassandra Austen's decision to burn her sister Jane's letters after her death.
• Keeley Hawes stars as Cassandra Austen, with Rose Leslie portraying Isabella, a young woman facing personal struggles intertwined with Cassandra's journey.
• Directed by BAFTA-winner Aisling Walsh, the series features a star-studded cast, including Synnøve Karlsen, Patsy Ferran, Alfred Enoch, and Phyllis Logan.

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