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Cranford (2007)
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Lesley Manville as Mrs. Rose
Episodes 7
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.
Read MoreNovember 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.
Read MoreApril 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.
Read MoreMay 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.
Read MoreAugust 1844
Miss Matty becomes concerned about an isolated youngster as Mr Buxton returns to town.
Read MoreOctober 1844
Defying his father, William finds a job with Captain Brown working on the railway.
Read MoreUnder the Bonnet
Actor Simon Woods, who played Dr Harrison, is the guide for a journey behind the scenes of the BBC One series to explore the amazing success of Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford.
Read MoreCranford In Detail
This special episode takes a look behind the scenes at multiple facets of what it takes to produce and bring the show “Cranford” to life on screen. From period accurate props and costumes, to exploring the village of Lacock (the site of the filming of the fictitious village of Cranford), viewers get a true “behind the scenes” look at the filming of the show.
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