Jane Eyre (1973)

Duration: 49'24''

Synopsis

Dramatised in five parts by Robin Chapman, starring Michael Jayston as Rochester and Sorcha Cusack as Jane.

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Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 1

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 1

1973 | 49'24''

Dramatised in five parts by Robin Chapman, starring Michael Jayston as Rochester and Sorcha Cusack as Jane.

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 2

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 2

1973 | 47'31''

Jane has become governess to Rochester's ward Adele. Rochester, returning home after a long absence, has sprained his ankle.

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 3

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 3

1973 | 49'51''

A mystery hangs over Thornfield. Jane saves Rochester's life when a fire breaks out in his bedroom one night.

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 4

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 4

1973 | 49'52''

Jane has fallen in love with Rochester, but it seems he will marry Blanche. Mrs Reed confesses on her deathbed.

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 5

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 5

1973 | 50'32''

Jane's marriage to Rochester is prevented at the last minute due to the unexpected discovery that he is already married to someone else, and tha...
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