Tess of the D'Urbervilles

A somber, faithful costume drama that moves at a stately pace and leaves a lingering ache of injustice. Watching it feels like watching a gentle soul slowly cornered by fate.

Created by

Ian Sharp

Genres

Drama

Starring

Justine Waddell, Jason Flemyng, Oliver Milburn

Overview

Thomas Hardy's classic epic remains one of the most popular novels, this TV adaptation vividly depicts the powerful tale of a peasant girl whose life is torn apart by the love and jealousy of two men. Justine Waddell stars as the hapless Child of Nature who is tossed around by the dark forces of fate. Jason Flemyng is the dark and sinister Alec D'Urberville whose relentless pursuit of Tess triggers the heroine's downfall. Oliver Milburn plays the handsome young Angel Clare, the caring rebel who falls deeply in love with Tess.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

Fate, class, betrayal, love

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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