Sense and Sensibility
Miniseries
February 1, 1981
7Episodes
A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.
Episodes
1. Part 1
February 1, 1981
25 min
Although the half-brother of Elinor, Marianne, and the younger Margaret promised to care for his half-sisters, his wife convinces him he bears no financial obligation. Mr. And Mrs. John Dashwood take over the residence in Norland, leaving Mrs. Henry Dashwood and her daughters to feel like guests in their own home.
Guest Stars:
Robert Swann, Donald Douglas, Marjorie Bland, Bosco Hogan, Peter Woodward
2. Part 2
February 8, 1981
25 min
Marianne cannot understand Elinor's philosophical acceptance of their new lives at Barton Cottage as her own heart is breaking for their beloved house at Norwood.
Guest Stars:
Robert Swann, Donald Douglas, Marjorie Bland, Peter Woodward, John Owens
3. Part 3
February 15, 1981
25 min
Just as it seems that Willoughby and Marianne must be about to announce their engagement, he departs for London, leaving her bewildered and desolate.
Guest Stars:
Donald Douglas, Marjorie Bland, Bosco Hogan, John Owens, Gina Rowe
4. Part 4
February 22, 1981
25 min
Elinor has promised to keep the secret of Edward Ferrar's engagement to Lucy Steel. She manages to conceal her unhappiness even from Marianne, who is overjoyed to visit London.
Guest Stars:
Robert Swann, Donald Douglas, Marjorie Bland, Peter Woodward, Peter Gale
5. Part 5
March 1, 1981
25 min
Marianne's heart is doubly broken by a yet more callous rejection by Willoughby. Elinor is to meet Edward's mother.
Guest Stars:
Robert Swann, Donald Douglas, Marjorie Bland, Bosco Hogan, Peter Gale
6. Part 6
March 8, 1981
25 min
The sisters are to end their unhappy stay in London. Elinor is now as desolate as Marianne, as the secret of Edward's engagement is out at last and he intends to stand by it.
Guest Stars:
Robert Swann, Bosco Hogan, Peter Woodward, Hetty Baynes, Elizabeth Benson