Charlotte Brontë's novel Jane Eyre has been the subject of numerous television and film adaptations. This 1973 four-hour literary version was a BBC television drama serial. It was directed by Joan Craft and starred Sorcha Cusack and Michael Jayston.
Seasons
5 Episodes • Premiered 1973
1. Part 1
Orphan Jane fights against adversity in a class-ridden society.
2. Part 2
Jane has become governess to Adele. Mr Rochester falls from his horse and Jane helps him, although unaware of his identity.
3. Part 3
Jane represses her attraction to Mr. Rochester.
4. Part 4
Jane's wedding is brought to a halt.
5. Part 5
Jane receives another proposal of marriage but seeks information about her former fiance.