Clayhanger (1976)

Synopsis

Clayhanger is a British television drama based on Arnold Bennett's novel series of the same name, published between 1910 and 1918, dramatised by Douglas Livingstone for ITV. Produced by Associated Television, the 26-episode programme is a coming-of-age story set in 19th century England.

Edwin Clayhanger aspires to be an architect but is expected to join his father's printing business. His personal growth, eventual acceptance of the family business, and his romantic entanglement with Hilda Lessways are explored.

Clayhanger was ITV's longest-ever drama at the time. While some found the pacing slow, it was nonetheless praised for its faithful adaptation, excellent acting, and atmospheric sets.

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• Peter McEneryEdwin Clayhanger
• Janet SuzmanHilda Clayhanger
• Thelma WhiteleyMaggie Clayhanger
• Louise PurnellJanet Orgreave
• Joyce RedmanAuntie Hamps
• Harry AndrewsDarius Clayhanger
• Bruce PurchaseBig James
• Timothy WoolgarGeorge Clayhanger
• John HorsleyOsmond Orgreave
• Anne CarrollClara Benbow
• Clive SwiftAlbert Benbow
• Denis QuilleyGeorge Cannon
• Denholm ElliottTertius Ingpen
• Hugh WaltersStifford
• Renée AshersonMiss Gailey
• Erin GeraghtyFlorrie
• Vera JakobMrs Nixon
• Connie MerigoldMrs Orgreave

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  Saison 126 épisodes · 1976