BBC Announces New 'Pride and Prejudice' Spin-off Focused on Mary Bennet
The 10-part series, 'The Other Bennet Sister,' will explore the life of the often-overlooked middle Bennet sister in a fresh and modern take on Jane Austen's classic.
- The series will be based on Janice Hadlow's novel 'The Other Bennet Sister' and is being produced by Bad Wolf, known for 'His Dark Materials.'
- Screenwriter Sarah Quintrell will adapt the story, marking her first solo drama series commission for television.
- Mary Bennet, characterized as awkward and anxious, will seek independence and romance in Regency London and the Lake District.
- The BBC has yet to announce a release date or casting details for the series.
- The original 'Pride and Prejudice' adaptations, including the 1995 series and 2005 film, remain beloved by period drama enthusiasts.
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