Jane Austen Christmas Special First Look
BritBox reveals a sneak peek at 'The Other Bennet Sister' holiday special, with Ella Bruccoleri and Dónal Finn reprising their roles as Mary Bennet and Tom Hayward
BritBox has released a first look at a new three-part Christmas special of the Jane Austen-inspired series 'The Other Bennet Sister'. The special will follow Mary Bennet as she navigates her new identity as Mrs. Hayward.
Ella Bruccoleri will reprise her role as Mary Bennet in the Christmas special, alongside Dónal Finn as Tom Hayward. The Christmas special will be directed by Asim Abbasi and will feature returning cast members including Ruth Jones, Tanya Reynolds, and Laurie Davidson.
The series 'The Other Bennet Sister' is based on Janice Hadlow's novel of the same name and has already gained a significant following. The first season of the series earned 7.3 million viewers in its first 28 days, making it a big hit on the BBC and BritBox.
New additions to the cast include Nerys Amber-Stocks as Mary's housemaid Lucy. The Christmas special will explore Mary's new life as Mrs. Hayward, raising questions about who she will become in her new role.
## Why it matters The release of the Christmas special is significant for fans of Jane Austen and the series, which has been praised for its charming and thought-provoking portrayal of the Bennet sisters. The special will provide a new storyline for Mary Bennet, who was often overlooked in previous adaptations of Austen's works.
## What happens next The three-part Christmas special will drop this holiday season, giving fans a chance to catch up with the characters and storylines they love. With its strong cast and direction, the special is expected to be a hit with audiences and provide a fresh take on the Jane Austen universe.
