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BBC to Launch 'The Other Bennet Sister' Series Spotlighting Mary Bennet

The new adaptation, based on Janice Hadlow's novel, offers a fresh perspective on the often-overlooked sister from Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice.'

  • The series is a ten-part drama produced by Bad Wolf and written by Sarah Quintrell, known for her work on 'The Power.'
  • Mary Bennet, the awkward and anxious middle sister, will be the focus, breaking away from typical period drama heroines.
  • The adaptation coincides with the 30th anniversary of the BBC's iconic 'Pride and Prejudice' miniseries.
  • The show will explore Mary's journey from her family's home to Regency London and the Lake District as she seeks independence and love.
  • Casting details are yet to be announced, but the series is set to air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
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