Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

TV Show (1995)

The celebrated BBC dramatisation of a classic romance

Set in England in the early 19th century, Pride and Prejudice tells the story of Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters after the rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to the eldest Bennet daughter, Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with the second-eldest Bennet daughter, Elizabeth.

Drama
55 min/episode - 1 season(s)
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Ages 11+

The series features family arguments, emotional outbursts, rudeness, and a subplot involving a grown man eloping with a 15-year-old girl. Marriage and romance are central themes with some passionate kisses and a scene with a couple kissing while the woman is in a state of undress appropriate for the period.

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Sex & Nudity
2/5

Marriage and romance are central themes with some passionate kisses and a scene with a couple kissing while the woman is in a state of undress appropriate for the period.

Violence & Gore

Contains sibling squabbles, yelling, rudeness, and a subplot involving a grown man eloping with a 15-year-old girl.

Profanity
1/5

Features dry humor, sarcasm, and mild insult language throughout the series.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
1/5

Includes a brief scene of villagers drinking beer and appearing merrily drunk.

Frightening Scenes

The series features family arguments, emotional outbursts, rudeness, and a subplot involving a grown man eloping with a 15-year-old girl.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

4/5

The story conveys strong messages about love, personal growth, forgiveness, and the dangers of judging others.

Role models

4/5

Elizabeth Bennet is portrayed as an intelligent, independent, and compassionate woman who stays true to her values.

Representation

3/5

Highlights economic struggles and lack of financial independence for women in the 19th century alongside harsh class divisions.

Learning

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