Emma (1972) | Episode 5

Based on Emma by Jane Austen

Mr Elton has returned to Highbury with bride, who Emma dislikes. Mr Knightley and Emma have disagreed about Jane, who has been taken up by Mrs Elton.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

Content
  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Duration: 44'51''
  • Broadcast date: 1972
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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Emma (1972) | Episode 1

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Emma has befriended Harriet Smith, a young pupil-teacher. Although an inveterate matchmaker, she has encouraged Harriet to reject Robert Martin.

Emma (1972) | Episode 3

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Emma is about to face the unpleasant task of telling Harriet about Mr Elton's proposal to her. Emma has previously encouraged Harriet to fall in love...

Emma (1972) | Episode 4

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1972 | 42'40''

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Emma (1972) | Episode 5

Emma (1972) | Episode 5

1972 | 44'51''

Mr Elton has returned to Highbury with bride, who Emma dislikes. Mr Knightley and Emma have disagreed about Jane, who has been taken up by Mrs Elton.

Emma (1972) | Episode 6

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Harriet has been rescued from an embarrassing situation and her susceptible emotions have been stirred again. Emma has been reprimanded by Mr Knightley.
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