BritBox Greenlights 'The Other Elliot Sister'
The 10-part drama series, an adaptation of Janice Hadlow's novel, will launch in 2027 as part of the 'Austen Untold' anthology franchise
BritBox has greenlit a 10-part drama series titled 'The Other Elliot Sister', an adaptation of Janice Hadlow's forthcoming novel, as part of its new anthology franchise 'Austen Untold'. The series will explore overlooked characters from Jane Austen's works and is set to launch in 2027.
The series will be produced by Bad Wolf in partnership with the BBC, with Sarah Quintrell adapting the novel for the screen. The show will follow the eldest sister in Jane Austen's Persuasion, Elizabeth Elliot, a character previously confined to the margins.
The 'Austen Untold' franchise is a new initiative from BritBox, which aims to bring to life overlooked characters from Jane Austen's works. The franchise is launched on the back of the success of 'The Other Bennet Sister', which became the biggest new drama across all platforms and streamers in the UK since March 2025.
'The Other Bennet Sister' has been a runaway success, with 50 percent of active BritBox subscribers having viewed the show. The show's success has catapulted the platform to the big leagues, and the new franchise is expected to build on this momentum.
The production of 'The Other Elliot Sister' is slated to start in 2027, with Sony Pictures Television having international distribution rights for the series. The show will play exclusively in the UK on BBC iPlayer and BBC One and on BritBox in the U.S. and Canada.
## What's next The success of 'The Other Bennet Sister' has paved the way for the 'Austen Untold' franchise, and 'The Other Elliot Sister' is the first series to be commissioned under this new initiative. With its launch in 2027, the series is expected to bring another overlooked character to the centre of her own story, following the approach established by 'The Other Bennet Sister'.
## Why it matters The 'Austen Untold' franchise is significant because it provides a new perspective on Jane Austen's works, bringing to life characters that were previously overlooked. The franchise is also important for BritBox, as it builds on the success of 'The Other Bennet Sister' and establishes the platform as a major player in the world of period drama.
The series is also notable for its production team, which includes Bad Wolf and the BBC, two major players in the world of British television. The show's adaptation by Sarah Quintrell, who also adapted 'The Other Bennet Sister', ensures that the series will be of high quality and will stay true to the spirit of Jane Austen's works.
