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Cranford

2007·Series·PG·60 min·8.2(52)

A rich and comic drama about the people of Cranford, a small Cheshire town on the cusp of change in the 1840s. Adapted from the novels by Elizabeth Gaskell.

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About Cranford

Cranford is a 2007 English-language drama series created by Sue Birtwistle and Susie Conklin. The cast is led by Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Lisa Dillon. It spans 2 seasons and 7 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 8.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hulu, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel .

Cranford was produced by Chestermead and made in United Kingdom. It was first aired on November 18, 2007, and carries a PG certification.

Director
Steve Hudson
Created by
Sue Birtwistle, Susie Conklin
Writers
Elizabeth Gaskell, Heidi Thomas
First aired
November 18, 2007
Last aired
December 26, 2009
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Ended
Seasons
2 (7 episodes)
Network
BBC One
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Chestermead
#england#small town#class differences#period drama#costume drama#19th century

Cranford cast & crew

Cranford was created by Sue Birtwistle and Susie Conklin and written by Elizabeth Gaskell and Heidi Thomas.

The cast features Eileen Atkins as Miss Deborah Jenkyns, Judi Dench as Miss Matilda Jenkyns, Lisa Dillon as Mary Smith, Simon Woods as Dr Harrison, Claudie Blakley as Martha, and Philip Glenister as Mr Carter.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Carl Davis, cinematography is by Ben Smithard, and it was produced by Kate Harwood and Rebecca Eaton.

Is Cranford worth watching?

Cranford holds an audience score of 8.2/10 from 52 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed drama series.

With 2 seasons and 7 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.

If you enjoy drama, Cranford is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Cranford

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Cast of Cranford

Eileen Atkins

Eileen Atkins

Miss Deborah Jenkyns

Judi Dench

Judi Dench

Miss Matilda Jenkyns

Lisa Dillon

Lisa Dillon

Mary Smith

Simon Woods

Simon Woods

Dr Harrison

Claudie Blakley

Claudie Blakley

Martha

Philip Glenister

Philip Glenister

Mr Carter

Julia McKenzie

Julia McKenzie

Mrs Forrester

Lesley Manville

Lesley Manville

Mrs. Rose

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Miss Pole

Alex Jennings

Alex Jennings

Reverend Hutton

Andrew Buchan

Andrew Buchan

Jem Hearne

Alex Etel

Alex Etel

Harry Gregson

Cranford — FAQs

Where can I watch Cranford in United States?

Cranford is streaming on Hulu, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox in United States.

Is Cranford on Hulu?

Yes — Cranford is currently available on Hulu in United States.

What language is Cranford in?

Cranford is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How many seasons of Cranford are there?

Cranford has 2 seasons with 7 episodes in total.

What is Cranford rated?

Cranford is rated PG. It holds a 8.2/10 audience score from 52 ratings.

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