Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 5

Duration: 50'32''

Synopsis

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 that his mentally ill wife also resides at Thornfield. Totally distraught, Jane decides to leave him.

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Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 1

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 1

1973 | 49'25''

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

Jane Eyre (1973) | Episode 2

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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 | 49'51''

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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