‘The Other Bennet Sister’ US Premiere Date: When and Where to Watch
A new BBC period drama is finally giving the most overlooked sister in Pride and Prejudice her moment in the spotlight — and it’s heading to American screens soon.
The Other Bennet Sister, a 10-part series produced by Bad Wolf, will premiere exclusively in the US and Canada on BritBox on May 6. The series launched in the UK in late March, where it is currently airing on BBC iPlayer. The BBC and BritBox have released the first trailer for the show.
Based on Janice Hadlow’s acclaimed bestselling novel, the drama reimagines the world of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice through the eyes of Mary Bennet — the often-overlooked middle sister of the Bennet family. Written by Sarah Quintrell, the series brings a fresh perspective to Austen’s iconic story as Mary steps out of the shadows and into her own life.
Mary Bennet Finally Gets Her Own Story
The series begins at Longbourn, where the Bennet family’s five unmarried daughters navigate the rigid expectations of Regency society. But unlike the familiar tale, this story doesn’t center on Elizabeth or Jane. It belongs to Mary.
Her journey sees her leave her family home for the soirées of Regency London and the peaks and vales of the Lake District, all in search of independence, self-love and reinvention.
Ella Bruccoleri, known for her roles in Call the Midwife and Bridgerton, stars as Mary Bennet. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Bruccoleri described what makes this character’s emotional arc so compelling.
“From a young age, she’s seen as not having the same desirable qualities as her sisters,” Bruccoleri said. “She comes to believe that she’s innately unlovable. And then the minute that she steps away from her family, she begins to see things differently. I mean, she has setbacks all the time, but it’s a story about the transformative power of kindness, really.”
A Wealth of British Talent
The Bad Wolf production boasts a star-studded ensemble of British actors bringing the Bennet family and their world to life.
Ruth Jones, known for Gavin & Stacey, and Richard E. Grant of Saltburn star as Mrs. and Mr. Bennet. The remaining Bennet sisters are played by Maddie Close as Jane, Poppy Gilbert as Lizzie, Molly Wright as Kitty and Grace Hogg-Robinson as Lydia.
Dónal Finn and Laurie Davidson form Mary’s love triangle, while Indira Varma and Richard Coyle star as Mrs. and Mr. Gardiner.
Where and When to Watch
For US and Canadian viewers, BritBox is the exclusive home for The Other Bennet Sister. All 10 episodes will be available starting May 6. UK audiences can already stream the series on BBC iPlayer.
The series is described as refreshing and airy, promising a satisfying character bloom for a long-neglected wallflower. For anyone who has ever felt unseen or underestimated, Mary Bennet’s journey from overlooked middle sister to a woman finding her own path offers a story worth watching.
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