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The Barchester Chronicles (1982)

TV Series ★ 7.3 55 min

Drama

The Barchester Chronicles is a 1982 BBC television serial produced by Jonathan Powell and dramatised by Alan Plater, based on Anthony Trollope's first two Chronicles of Barsetshire, The Warden (1855) and Barchester Towers (1857). Against the sumptuous background of Peterborough Cathedral and its environs, one is carried into Trollope's world of the intriguing machinations of the clerical establishment of Barchester. Backed by the authenticity of the period detail, the portrayal of all the characters accurately conveys the whole range of human emotions within the stories.

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Released
November 10, 1982
Runtime
55 min
IMDb
tt0086667
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Cast

Donald Pleasence Donald Pleasence Septimus Harding Janet Maw Eleanor Harding Nigel Hawthorne Nigel Hawthorne Dr Grantly Angela Pleasence Angela Pleasence Mrs. Grantly

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Barchester Chronicles about?
The Barchester Chronicles is a 1982 BBC television serial produced by Jonathan Powell and dramatised by Alan Plater, based on Anthony Trollope's first two Chronicles of Barsetshire, The Warden (1855) and Barchester Towers (1857). Against the sumptuous background of Peterborough Cathedral and its environs, one is carried into Trollope's world of the intriguing machinations of the clerical establishment of Barchester. Backed by the authenticity of the period detail, the portrayal of all the characters accurately conveys the whole range of human emotions within the stories.
Who created The Barchester Chronicles?
The Barchester Chronicles was created by Alan Plater.
Who stars in The Barchester Chronicles?
The Barchester Chronicles stars Donald Pleasence, Janet Maw, Nigel Hawthorne, Angela Pleasence.
When was The Barchester Chronicles released?
The Barchester Chronicles is a 1982 drama series.
Where can I watch The Barchester Chronicles?
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