The Other Bennet Sister: the fact sheet
Every verifiable fact about the BBC's Mary Bennet drama, in one place — kept current by fans who are, frankly, obsessed.
The essentials
| Series | The Other Bennet Sister (limited series, 10 episodes) |
|---|---|
| Based on | The novel by Janice Hadlow (2020), after Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice |
| Adapted by | Sarah Quintrell (lead writer; episode by Maddie Dai) |
| Lead director | Jennifer Sheridan |
| Produced by | Bad Wolf for BBC One, co-produced with BritBox |
| UK premiere | 15 March 2026, BBC One & iPlayer |
| US premiere | 6 May 2026, BritBox — weekly to the finale on 24 June 2026 |
| Reception | 7.3M viewers for episode 1 (28-day consolidated); 97% on Rotten Tomatoes |
Frequently asked questions
What is The Other Bennet Sister about?
The Other Bennet Sister retells Pride and Prejudice — and continues beyond it — from the point of view of Mary Bennet, the overlooked middle sister. Adapted from Janice Hadlow's 2020 novel, the ten-part BBC series gives Mary the inner life and love story Austen never wrote for her.
Who plays Mary Bennet in The Other Bennet Sister?
Ella Bruccoleri plays Mary Bennet. The cast also includes Richard E. Grant as Mr Bennet, Ruth Jones as Mrs Bennet, and Indira Varma and Richard Coyle as the Gardiners.
How many episodes does The Other Bennet Sister have?
Ten episodes. It is a limited series — a complete adaptation of Janice Hadlow's novel from beginning to end.
Where can I watch The Other Bennet Sister?
In the UK, all episodes are on BBC iPlayer (it premiered on BBC One on 15 March 2026). In the US and Canada it streams on BritBox, where it premiered on 6 May 2026 with weekly episodes through the finale on 24 June. In Australia it streams on Binge.
Will there be a season 2 of The Other Bennet Sister?
Unlikely. It is billed as a limited series and the ten episodes adapt Janice Hadlow's novel completely, so the story is finished. As of June 2026 the BBC has not announced a renewal.
Where was The Other Bennet Sister filmed?
Primarily in Wales — the Brecon Beacons, Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, including Dyffryn House and Gardens and St Fagans — plus locations in Bristol. The Pemberley scenes were filmed at Badminton House in Gloucestershire.
Is The Other Bennet Sister based on a book?
Yes — Janice Hadlow's novel The Other Bennet Sister (2020), itself built on the characters of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice (1813). Sarah Quintrell adapted the novel for television.
Do I need to have read Pride and Prejudice first?
No. The series stands on its own — though if you know Pride and Prejudice, you'll catch familiar events playing out from a very different corner of the room.
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