6/27/2023 0 Comments Pride and prejudice plays![]() ![]() ![]() The series inspired author Helen Fielding to write the popular Bridget Jones novels, and their screen adaptations subsequently featured Firth as Bridget's love interest, Mark Darcy. The New York Times called the adaptation "a witty mix of love stories and social conniving, cleverly wrapped in the ambitions and illusions of a provincial gentry". A scene showing Firth in a wet shirt was recognised as "one of the most unforgettable moments in British TV history". The role of Mr Darcy elevated Colin Firth to stardom. The A&E Network aired the series in double episodes on three consecutive nights beginning 14 January 1996.Ĭritically acclaimed and a popular success, Pride and Prejudice was honoured with several awards, including a BAFTA Television Award for Jennifer Ehle for " Best Actress" and an Emmy for "Outstanding Individual Achievement in Costume Design for a Miniseries or a Special". BBC1 originally broadcast the 55-minute episodes from 24 September to 29 October 1995. Produced by Sue Birtwistle and directed by Simon Langton, the serial was a BBC production with additional funding from the American A&E Network. ![]() Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth starred as Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy, respectively. Pride and Prejudice is a six-episode 1995 British television drama, adapted by Andrew Davies from Jane Austen's 1813 novel of the same name. 1995 UK VHS cover showing Jennifer Ehle ( Elizabeth Bennet) and Colin Firth ( Mr Darcy) ![]()
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