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Cranford

2007·Show
7Episodes in2Seasons
72
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Wholesome and nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4

World

History, family, and class and money

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

A rich and comic drama about the people of Cranford, a small Cheshire town on the cusp of change in the 1840s. Adapted from the novels by Elizabeth Gaskell.
Victorian EraSmall-Town LifeGentle HumorCharacter-DrivenSocial CommentaryFamily DynamicsNostalgicLiterary Adaptation

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Cranford legally?

Cranford is included with a subscription to Hulu, Peacock, BritBox, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on BYUtv. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Cranford worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Cranford have?

2 seasons

It has 2 seasons with 7 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Cranford air?

It ran from 2007 to 2009 and has ended.

What language is Cranford in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Cranford?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cranford in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Cranford use?

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TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for Cranford, including English Rose, Disney Death, Mood Whiplash.