TV series
The social and class divisions in early 20th century England through the intersection of three families - the wealthy Wilcoxes, the gentle and idealistic Schlegels and the lower-middle class Basts.
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Checked Nov 6, 2026
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The social and class divisions in early 20th century England through the intersection of three families - the wealthy Wilcoxes, the gentle and idealistic Schlegels and the lower-middle class Basts.
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Episode 1
In the Spring of 1905 the Schlegel family are drawn into the affairs of the Wilcox family via Helen Schlegel who has fallen for Paul Wilcox. Helen's older sister Margaret gets involved in a mix-up at a concert.
Directed by Hettie MacdonaldWritten by Kenneth LonerganGuest stars Jonah Hauer-King
Episode 2
The Wilcoxes are rocked by a death in the family and the Schlegels face an uncertain future when they are evicted from their home.
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Episode 3
Searching for a new home, Margaret receives an offer of marriage from Henry. Helen is distraught to learn that Leonard Bast is on the brink of ruin after following the advice of the Schlegels'.
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Episode 4
Margaret is unwilling to punish Henry for his past transgressions, committed long before they met. Helen leaves for Europe without explanation, only returning when tragedy strikes.
Guest stars Jonah Hauer-King
Episode information updated Nov 14, 2026
Hayley AtwellMargaret Schlegel
Matthew MacfadyenHenry Wilcox
Julia OrmondMrs. Wilcox
Tracey UllmanAunt Juley Mund
Philippa CoulthardHelen Schlegel
Joseph QuinnLeonard Bast
Alex LawtherTibby Schlegel
Sandra VoeMiss Avery
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
Playground EntertainmentUnited States
