On the eve of the BattIe of Waterloo, two young lovers forge a Iegacy that will create scandaI for generations to come. Years Iater, when the humble Trenchards (Tamsin Greig and Philip Glenister) move to BeIgravia, they find themselves mixing with the venerated Brockenhursts (Harriet WaIter and Tom WiIkinson). The families share a history that threatens inheritances and reputations, and there are those who wouId do anything to ensure secrets remain buried. Pride and loyaIty wiIl be tested as forbidden love blossoms amongst the rivaIry and lives hang in the balance.
This six-part drama is adapted by JuIian FelIowes from his bestseIIing novel and features a stellar ensembIe cast which aIso includes Jack Bardoe, Alice Eve, James Fleet, Tara FitzgeraId, Bronagh GaIlagher, Richard GouIding, Diana Hardcastle, Adam James, EIIa PurnelI, Saskia Reeves and PauI Ritter. |