The History of Tom Jones: a Foundling (TV series)
The History of Tom Jones – A Foundling is a five-part TV series produced by the BBC in 1997. It features Max Beesley in the title role, alongside Brian Blessed and Samantha Morton.[1][2]
It is based on the 1749 picaresque novel of the same name by Henry Fielding.
Plot
The plot follows the life of the protagonist, Tom Jones, a charming rascal. Born to a serving wench, but having grown up in the care of Squire Allworthy, he becomes enamoured of his neighbour's daughter, Sophia Western. It follows Tom's adventures in London.
Cast
- John Sessions as Henry Fielding
- Benjamin Whitrow as Squire Allworthy
- Brian Blessed as Squire Western
- Max Beesley as Tom Jones
- Samantha Morton as Sophia Western
- Frances de la Tour as Aunt Western
- Ron Cook as Mr Partridge
- Richard Ridings as Reverend Thwackum
- Michael Cronin as Dr. Blifil
- Sylvester McCoy as Mr Dowling
- James D'Arcy as Blifil
- Peter Capaldi as Lord Fellamar
- Michelle Fairley as Mrs Fitzpatrick
- Lindsay Duncan as Lady Bellaston
- Kathy Burke as Honour
- Brian Pettifer as Parson Supple
References
- ^ "The History of Tom Jones – A Foundling Part 1 (1997)". British Film Institute.
- ^ King, Susan (5 April 1998). "Tom Jones Never Grows Old". Los Angeles Times.
External links
Categories:
- BBC television dramas
- 1997 British television series debuts
- 1997 British television series endings
- 1990s British drama television series
- Period television series
- BBC television miniseries
- Television shows based on British novels
- English-language television shows
- Television shows set in Dorset
- 1990s British television miniseries