Pride and Prejudice (1975) | Episode 2

Based on Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Mr Bennet's hopes, expressed to his daughter Elizabeth, that their guest, Mr Collins, might provide him with a rich source of secret entertainment were not long in being fulfilled.

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Content
  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 29'49''
  • Broadcast date: 1975
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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