Drama

Miss Austen

Miss Austen, based on Gill Hornby’s acclaimed novel, takes a real-life literary mystery – Cassandra Austen (Keeley Hawes) burning her sister Jane’s letters – and reimagines it as a fascinating, heartbreaking story of love, sacrifice, and loss.

Episode 1

53m 5s

In 1830, Cassandra Austen arrives in Kintbury after hearing of her friend Eliza’s husband's impending death. But her true motive becomes clear—Cassandra is searching for the letters her sister Jane wrote to Eliza throughout their friendship.

Episodes

  • Episode 1: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1

    S2025 E1 - 53m 5s

    In 1830, Cassandra Austen arrives in Kintbury after hearing of her friend Eliza’s husband's impending death. But her true motive becomes clear—Cassandra is searching for the letters her sister Jane wrote to Eliza throughout their friendship.

  • Episode 2: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2

    S2025 E2 - 53m 5s

    Cassandra’s determination to keep Jane’s letters private is joined by a second objective: securing a home for Isabella. After a trip to town, Cassandra falls ill, and the past comes crashing in with her recollections of the difficult years.

  • Episode 3: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 3

    S2025 E3 - 53m 5s

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from Mary Austen. As she drifts in and out of consciousness, she relives the dramatic events of her youth. Once better, Cassandra takes drastic action to secure Isabella’s future.

  • Episode 4: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 4

    S2025 E4 - 52m 45s

    Cassandra uncovers the truth about Isabella and Lidderdale’s past. Dinah makes a reckless decision. Upon arriving back at Chawton, Cassandra takes a final step to protect Jane’s legacy.

Extras + Features

  • Episode 1 Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1 Scene

    S2025 E1 - 2m 5s

    Cassandra dives into an old letter from Jane to Eliza and finds herself swept up in memories of their younger years.

  • Women of Miss Austen: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Women of Miss Austen

    S2025 - 2m 59s

    "The women in this piece are what is the heart of it." Hear from the cast about the women of the series, and their bonds of sisterhood and friendship.

  • The Critics Are Raving: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Critics Are Raving

    S2025 - 30s

    The critics are raving all about Miss Austen! Don't miss the all-new series which TV Insider said "Jane...would almost certainly approve."

  • Episode 2 Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2 Preview

    S2025 E2 - 30s

    Cassandra’s determination to keep Jane’s letters private is joined by a second objective: securing a home for Isabella. After a trip to town, Cassandra falls ill, and the past comes crashing in with her recollections of the difficult years.

  • Episode 2 Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 2 Scene

    S2025 E2 - 1m 10s

    Isabella runs into Mr. Lidderdale while out, who offers his condolences for her father and inquires about her wellbeing.

  • Unspoken Love: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Unspoken Love

    S2025 - 2m 15s

    The yearning, the missed opportunities, the hope for the future... Hear from the Miss Austen cast as they discuss the series' heartwarming (and heartbreaking) romances.

  • Episode 3 Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 3 Preview

    S2025 E3 - 30s

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from Mary Austen. As she drifts in and out of consciousness, she relives the dramatic events of her youth. Once better, Cassandra takes drastic action to secure Isabella’s future.

  • Episode 3 Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 3 Scene

    S2025 E3 - 2m 6s

    A new suitor shows interest in Cassandra, but she may not feel quite the same-- despite teasing from her siblings to the contrary.

Schedule

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    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Sunday
    May 18

    57 Minutes

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from her sister-in-law Mary Austen.
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    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Sunday
    May 18

    57 Minutes

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from her sister-in-law Mary Austen.
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    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour 03 Minutes

    Cassandra uncovers the truth about Isabella and Lidderdale's past; Dinah makes a reckless decision; Cassandra takes a final step to protect Jane's legacy.
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    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Sunday
    May 18

    1 Hour 03 Minutes

    Cassandra uncovers the truth about Isabella and Lidderdale's past; Dinah makes a reckless decision; Cassandra takes a final step to protect Jane's legacy.
  • Image
    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Monday
    May 19

    57 Minutes

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from her sister-in-law Mary Austen.
  • Image
    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Monday
    May 19

    57 Minutes

    Through her feverish delirium, Cassandra guards Jane's letters from her sister-in-law Mary Austen.
  • Image
    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Monday
    May 19

    1 Hour 03 Minutes

    Cassandra uncovers the truth about Isabella and Lidderdale's past; Dinah makes a reckless decision; Cassandra takes a final step to protect Jane's legacy.
  • Image
    Miss Austen on Masterpiece: : TVSS: Iconic

    Miss Austen

    Monday
    May 19

    1 Hour 03 Minutes

    Cassandra uncovers the truth about Isabella and Lidderdale's past; Dinah makes a reckless decision; Cassandra takes a final step to protect Jane's legacy.

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