Cranford 2007
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- November 18, 2007
- Last Aired
- December 26, 2009
- Format
- 2 seasons · 7 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~7 hours (60 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E5 "May 1843, Miss Matty's Crisis" (★ 7.8/10)
- Created By
- Sue Birtwistle, Susie Conklin
- Network
- BBC One
- Where to Stream
- Hulu, Peacock Premium, Britbox Apple TV Channel
What is Cranford?
Cranford is a television drama series set in a small town in Cheshire during the 1840s. The narrative explores the lives of the local residents as their community stands on the cusp of significant change.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 7
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Nov 18, 2007
- Last aired
- Dec 26, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.1/10 from 53 votes
- Format
- 2 seasons · 7 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- BBC One
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Overview
Cranford is a television drama series set in a small town in Cheshire during the 1840s. The narrative explores the lives of the local residents as their community stands on the cusp of significant change. The production is characterized as a rich and comic portrayal of this specific historical period. The series is an adaptation based on the novels written by Elizabeth Gaskell. By focusing on the social dynamics and shifting environment of the town, the show depicts the various experiences of the people living within this setting. The program captures the essence of the era through its focus on the inhabitants of Cranford and their reactions to the evolving world around them. As an adaptation of Gaskell’s literary work, the series brings the specific atmosphere of the 1840s to the screen, providing a detailed look at the community life and personal stories of the townspeople during a time of transition. The series remains a notable example of period drama television.
Should you watch it?
“Discover the rich and comic lives of a small Cheshire town facing change.”
- Rich and comic drama
- Adapted from Elizabeth Gaskell novels
- Set in a small town on the cusp of change
Watch it if you enjoy dramatic adaptations of classic novels set in the 1840s.
The tone is a rich and comic drama suitable for viewers interested in period settings.
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Season 1 · 5 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 June 1842 Mytharc Nov 18, 2007
- E2 August 1842, Miss Matty is Shaken Core Nov 25, 2007
- E3 November 1842, Winter Approaches Cranford Core Dec 2, 2007
- E4 April 1843, Dr Harrison Visits the Rectory Mytharc Dec 9, 2007
- E5 May 1843, Miss Matty's Crisis Mytharc Dec 16, 2007
Season 2 · 2 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 August 1844 Mytharc Dec 20, 2009
- E2 October 1844 Mytharc Dec 26, 2009
Frequently asked questions
When is Cranford set?
The series is set in the 1840s.
Where does the story take place?
It takes place in Cranford, a small Cheshire town.
What is the genre of Cranford?
It is a rich and comic drama.
What is the series based on?
It is adapted from the novels by Elizabeth Gaskell.
When was Cranford released?
It is a television series from 2007.
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