Emma (1972) | Episode 2

Duration: 44'06''

Synopsis

Emma has befriended Harriet Smith, a young pupil-teacher. Although an inveterate matchmaker, she has encouraged Harriet to reject Robert Martin.

Further Information

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Emma (1972) | Episode 1

Emma (1972) | Episode 1

1972 | 42'16''

Earliest existing BBC dramatisation of Emma (from 1972).

Emma (1972) | Episode 2

Emma (1972) | Episode 2

1972 | 44'06''

Emma has befriended Harriet Smith, a young pupil-teacher. Although an inveterate matchmaker, she has encouraged Harriet to reject Robert Martin.

Emma (1972) | Episode 3

Emma (1972) | Episode 3

1972 | 43'37''

Emma is about to face the unpleasant task of telling Harriet about Mr Elton's proposal to her. Emma has previously encouraged Harriet to fall in love...

Emma (1972) | Episode 4

Emma (1972) | Episode 4

1972 | 42'40''

Frank Churchill and Emma have been discussing Jane Fairfax and the mystery behind the piano which she has been given.

Emma (1972) | Episode 5

Emma (1972) | Episode 5

1972 | 44'51''

Mr Elton has returned to Highbury with bride, who Emma dislikes. Mr Knightley and Emma have disagreed about Jane, who has been taken up by Mrs Elton.

Emma (1972) | Episode 6

Emma (1972) | Episode 6

1972 | 44'53''

Harriet has been rescued from an embarrassing situation and her susceptible emotions have been stirred again. Emma has been reprimanded by Mr Knightley.
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