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Tess of the D'Urbervilles

1998Show1 season2 episodes

Drama
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6

Summary

Thomas Hardy's classic epic remains one of the most popular novels, this TV adaptation vividly depicts the powerful tale of a peasant girl whose life is torn apart by the love and jealousy of two men.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Binge-friendly
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

14 of 14 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Ian Sharp
Written by
Ted Whitehead, Thomas Hardy
Produced by
Sarah Wilson
Music by
Alan Lisk

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Facts

March 8, 1998 · March 9, 1998 · Ended

First aired
March 8, 1998
Last aired
March 9, 1998
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 2 episodes
Content
Sexual Content, Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles worth watching?"

Questions about Tess of the D'Urbervilles

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 7.6).

How long does it take to watch Tess of the D'Urbervilles?

3 h

About 3 hours: 2 episodes in 1 season of about 90 minutes each, aired from 1998 to 1998.

Is Tess of the D'Urbervilles good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 9 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Tess of the D'Urbervilles?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for bleakness and 8 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.