Gentleman Jack 2019
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What is Gentleman Jack?
Gentleman Jack is a British television drama series set in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England during 1832. The show follows Anne Lister as she endeavors to restore and revitalize her inherited family estate, Shibden Hall.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 16
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 22, 2019
- Last aired
- Jun 13, 2022
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- HBO
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Gentleman Jack is a British television drama series set in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England during 1832. The show follows Anne Lister as she endeavors to restore and revitalize her inherited family estate, Shibden Hall. Central to her plans is her unconventional approach to securing her family's future through marriage. The series portrays Lister's efforts to navigate the social expectations and challenges of her time period while pursuing her personal and financial objectives. The drama explores themes of family legacy, social status, and personal relationships within the context of early 19th century English society. The show's setting in Halifax provides a backdrop for examining the complexities of landed gentry life and the strategies employed by women of means to maintain their positions in a male-dominated society. Anne Lister's character drives the narrative as she balances her domestic responsibilities with her broader ambitions for both her property and her family's standing in the community.
Should you watch it?
“A bold woman in 1830s England defies convention while managing her estate and seeking love.”
- Vivid portrayal of 19th-century Yorkshire life
- Compelling performance by Suranne Jones as Anne Lister
- Authentic depiction of societal norms and personal ambition
- Pacing may feel slow to some viewers
You enjoy character-driven period dramas with strong female leads.
Suitable for mature audiences interested in historical drama and LGBTQ+ themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 I Was Just Passing Apr 22, 2019
- E2 I Just Went There to Study Anatomy Apr 29, 2019
- E3 Oh Is That What You Call It? May 6, 2019
- E4 Most Women Are Dull and Stupid May 13, 2019
- E5 Let's Have Another Look at Your Past Perfect May 20, 2019
- E6 Do Ladies Do That? May 27, 2019
- E7 Why've You Brought That? Jun 3, 2019
- E8 Are You Still Talking? Jun 10, 2019
Season 2 · 8 episodes
- E1 Faith Is All Apr 25, 2022
- E2 Two Jacks Don't Suit May 2, 2022
- E3 Tripe All Over the Place, Presumably May 9, 2022
- E4 I'm Not the Other Woman, She Is May 16, 2022
- E5 A Lucky and Narrow Escape May 23, 2022
- E6 I Can Be as a Meteor in Your Life May 30, 2022
- E7 What's All That Got to Do with Jesus Though? Jun 6, 2022
- E8 It’s Not Illegal Jun 13, 2022
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on the real life of Anne Lister, a 19th-century landowner.
Where does the series take place?
The series is set in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England in the 1830s.
What genre is Gentleman Jack?
It is a British historical drama television series.
How many seasons are there?
The series aired from 2019 to 2022 and includes two seasons.
Who created the show?
The series was created by Sally Wainwright for BBC One and HBO.