Drama

Sanditon

Sanditon is based on Jane Austen’s final and unfinished novel, and tells the story of Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams), a spirited and somewhat impulsive young woman who travels from her rural English home to an up-and-coming seaside resort town to reinvent herself.

Episode 1

47m 29s

A chance encounter brings Charlotte Heywood to the developing seaside resort of Sanditon, where she meets the town’s eclectic residents, including brooding bachelor Sidney Parker and the mysterious Miss Lambe.

Episodes

  • Episode 1: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Episode 1

    S1 E1 - 47m 29s

    A chance encounter brings Charlotte Heywood to the developing seaside resort of Sanditon, where she meets the town’s eclectic residents, including brooding bachelor Sidney Parker and the mysterious Miss Lambe.

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    Episode 2

    S1 E2 - 46m 54s

    Lady Denham plans an elaborate luncheon to welcome the wealthy West Indian heiress Miss Lambe to town – and to seal a match for her nephew, Edward. Charlotte and Sidney have an awkward confrontation.

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    Episode 3

    S1 E3 - 46m 49s

    In the wake of an uncomfortable encounter, Charlotte does all she can to avoid Sidney, but an emergency unites them. An angry Young Stringer confronts Tom Parker over an injustice. Meanwhile, Tom finds a doctor for the town, but Lady Denham proves hard to win over.

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    Episode 4

    S1 E4 - 47m 36s

    Charlotte and Sidney clash over Miss Lambe’s love life, and Charlotte strikes up a new friendship. At Denham House, Clara witnesses a scene that raises her suspicions. Lord Babington makes his romantic intentions known, but faces being rebuffed.

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    Episode 5

    S1 E5 - 47m 38s

    Tensions come to a head when Young Stringer, desperate for answers, threatens a worker boycott of the annual cricket match with Sanditon’s gentlemen. Charlotte and Miss Lambe hatch a secret plan sure to draw ire from Sanditon’s residents.

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    Episode 6

    S1 E6 - 47m 44s

    Charlotte and Sidney must reconcile enough in order to search for a missing Sanditon resident. Meanwhile, Tom fights to save Sanditon and his marriage, and Edward and Clara hatch a cunning plot to seize Lady Denham’s legacy.

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    Episode 7

    S1 E7 - 47m 32s

    With Sanditon’s regatta fast approaching, the success of the resort hangs in the balance—as do a number of romances. How will Charlotte, Sidney, and others fare in the sport of love?

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    Episode 8

    S1 E8 - 47m

    It is the night of the Midsummer Ball, and romance, jealousy, and betrayal fill the air. Devastating events conspire to leave Charlotte and the Parker family facing difficult choices.

Extras + Features

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E2 - 29s

    Lady Denham plans an elaborate luncheon to welcome the wealthy West Indian heiress Miss Lambe to town – and to seal a match for her nephew, Edward. Charlotte and Sidney have an awkward confrontation.

  • Jane Austen Heroines: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jane Austen Heroines

    S1 E2 - 6m 9s

    The cast and creator discuss what makes a classic Austen heroine.

  • The Cast on Filming Beach Scenes: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Cast on Filming Beach Scenes

    S1 E2 - 1m 44s

    Theo James, Rose Williams and Crystal Clarke discuss what it was really like to film the beach scenes of Sanditon.

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E2 - 1m 23s

    Sidney and Georgiana argue over Lady Denham's luncheon invitation.

  • The Cast on Jane Austen: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Cast on Jane Austen

    S1 - 2m 28s

    Theo James, Rose Williams and Crystal Clarke discuss the impact of Jane Austen's work.

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E3 - 29s

    In the wake of an uncomfortable encounter, Charlotte does all she can to avoid Sidney, but an emergency unites them. An angry Young Stringer confronts Tom Parker over an injustice. Meanwhile, Tom finds a doctor for the town, but Lady Denham proves hard to win over.

  • Jane Austen Love Stories: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jane Austen Love Stories

    S1 E3 - 6m 15s

    The cast and creator discuss the classic Austen love story elements that are present in Sanditon.

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E3 - 56s

    Lord Babington continues vying for Esther's affections, despite her disinterest.

  • Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Preview

    S1 E4 - 29s

    Charlotte and Sidney clash over Miss Lambe’s love life, and Charlotte strikes up a new friendship. At Denham House, Clara witnesses a scene that raises her suspicions. Lord Babington makes his romantic intentions known, but faces being rebuffed.

  • Jane Austen Aspirations: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Jane Austen Aspirations

    S1 E4 - 5m 28s

    Theo James, Rose Williams, creator Andrew Davies and more discuss the theme of aspiration in Sanditon.

  • Scene: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Scene

    S1 E4 - 1m 39s

    An unexpected visitor joins Charlotte and Miss Lambe's picnic, much to Georgiana's delight.

Schedule

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    Sanditon

    Thursday
    Apr 11

    1 Hour

    A period-drama adaptation of Jane Austen's final novel, written only months before her death in 1817, features Rose Williams and Theo James as the lead characters of Charlotte Heywood and Sidney Parker. The story follows Charlotte as she moves to the quiet fishing village of Sanditon for a fresh start, only to meet Sidney, a charming man who has ambitions to turn the tranquil seaside residence into a luxury resort. Written by Emmy and BAFTA award-winning screenwriter Andrew Davies.

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