Ella Bruccoleri, known for her role in Call the Midwife, stars in The Other Bennet Sister, a period drama that’s quickly become popular on BBC iPlayer. The series tells the story of Mary Bennet, one of the less-noticed sisters from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice.
Since it became available on iPlayer, The Other Bennet Sister has quickly become one of the platform’s most popular shows, currently holding the number two spot.
The first half of the series—five episodes—became available on BBC iPlayer on March 15th, and the remaining five episodes will be released on March 29th.
Mary Bennet often feels ignored by her family and desperately wants their acceptance. When a local assembly is held in Meryton, she sees it as a chance to finally stand out and experiences her first hints of romantic interest.
Mary’s actions at the ball cause quite a stir, and she’s forced to choose between following her family’s expectations and pursuing what she truly wants.
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I’m so excited about this new show! It’s based on Janice Hadlow’s book, and the cast is amazing – Richard E Grant, Ruth Jones, Indira Varma, Richard Coyle, Laurie Davidson, and Dónal Finn are all starring in it, and I can’t wait to see them!
According to Digital Spy’s review, while viewers aren’t anticipating a scandalous romance from The Other Bennet Sister, the show’s decision to move away from the focus on marriage and social standing—a key element of Pride and Prejudice—results in a loss of the authenticity, emotional depth, and compelling nature that makes both Austen’s work and its adaptations so impactful.
Rotten Tomatoes reports a 92% approval rating for the show, based on 12 reviews. Critics particularly liked how it brought attention to a character who hadn’t been highlighted before.
According to The Daily Telegraph, “[The Other Bennet Sister]” wonderfully highlights a character often overlooked, making for a truly enjoyable read.
According to The Independent, The Other Bennet Sister is a delightful watch. It offers the cozy familiarity of a classic story while also letting viewers follow a character they haven’t seen explored before as she learns and grows.
In a review, The Guardian described The Other Bennet Sister as initially feeling a bit thin for its Sunday evening timeslot. However, they noted the show gains charm and substance, and praised the wonderful performance by Bruccoleri, making it worth continuing to watch.
The Other Bennet sister airs on BBC One and streams on iPlayer in the UK.
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