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Season 1 – Outrageous

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Based on the true story of the Mitford sisters who played by their own rules – with sometimes devastating consequences. Set against the gathering storm clouds of the 1930s, Outrageous is inspired by the lives of the aristocratic Mitford sisters - six headstrong women who frequently made headlines around the world. Yet their lives would ultimately take very different paths – from Nancy who became a celebrated author and journalist, to Jessica who rejected her inherited privilege and dedicated her life to revolutionary causes. A family saga like no other, this is the Mitfords as they really were: unapologetic, outrageous and utterly human.

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Outrageous — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Dramatizing one of Britain's most controversial families with slick presentation and superb acting, Outrageous is an engaging glimpse into the corrosive lure of fascism.

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Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) Aug 18
3.5/5
There’s frivolity, some truly sketchy male suitors, and ominous headlines; imagine Wes Anderson adapting Hilary Mantel. Go to Full Review David Bianculli NPR Jul 17
Not all the scenes in "Outrageous" are that intense. Others are quite funny, and all of them are charmingly acted. Go to Full Review Andi Zeisler Salon.com Jul 15
No amount of aristocratic frippery and snappy dialogue can keep it from crossing the line between thoughtful and tasteless. Go to Full Review James Croot The Post NZ Aug 7
Inspired by Mary S. Lovell’s 2001 book The Mitford Girls, Sarah Williams has crafted a thoroughly entertaining and engrossing period drama that boasts a surprising contemporary resonance. Go to Full Review Diana Keng Geek Girl Authority Jul 5
While Outrageous‘s story is very much a well-paced, engaging setup for a historical train wreck, ... the show is insidiously charming. Go to Full Review Brian Bromberger Bay Area Reporter Jul 2
It has a breezy tone yet leaves the viewer slightly on edge, as you’re never sure what will happen next. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Toby P @Tobypease Apr 10 Superbly written series and authentic presentation of the period. Wonderful ensemble performances with great direction of difficult scenes often involving sharp banter and wit between seven or more characters. Gorgeous production design, costume and make-up. Well done to all the cast and crew - it’s rare to see a period drama that captures an era without making the mistake of modern and anachronistic comment & judgment. So happy to see such a well made show. Thank you. See more Jonah H @storees Oct 4 Crazy story in a complicated time. I love period shows and this is a unique true'ish one. Hope they get a second season! See more Vivian N @RT48899689 Sep 14 Can't wait for season 2! See more Rachel M @Raerae17 Sep 5 Every single person needs to watch this!! Especially with what's going on in the world. See more Sandy P @RT21429541 Aug 16 I absolutely loved this series and do hope the story continues! The acting was fabulous, another great British production! See more Jacquie T @RT11912283 Jul 25 Absolutely brilliant series throughly enjoyed every episode. I hope there's another series. See more Read all reviews
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Sarah Williams

Creator

Bessie Carter

Nancy Mitford

James Purefoy

David Freeman-Mitford

Calam Lynch

Bryan Guinness

Anna Chancellor

Sydney Bowles Mitford

Toby Regbo

Tom Mitford

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 18, 2025 The Gathering Storm It's 1931 and Nancy Mitford introduces her six innocent-seeming siblings at a pool party, but warns everyone about how notorious they will become; Diana soon starts to fall for Oswald Mosley. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 25, 2025 Girl on the Rebound Diana's affair with Mosley makes newspaper headlines; Unity also embraces fascism, while Jessica is drawn to communism; Nancy is heartbroken but then receives a surprise proposal. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 2, 2025 Sparks Light Fires Nancy writes a novel spoofing the Blackshirts which angers Diana; Jessica becomes obsessed with her communist cousin Esmond; Unity goes to Munich, hoping to meet Hitler. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 9, 2025 Hating and Loving Unity finally meets Hitler and embraces Nazi views, appalling her family; Debo falls in love with an older man and, after a row with Nancy, Diana drives furiously into the night. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 16, 2025 Oysters and Champagne Diana recovers from her crash in Italy with Mosley; Unity is befriended by Hitler; Jessica's obsession with Esmond grows; Nancy hopes her husband has turned over a new leaf. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 15, 2025 Point of No Return Diana and Mosley secretly marry; Pam announces her engagement; Jessica finally meets Esmond; a family reunion goes awry thanks to Nancy. Details

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Season Info

Director
Joss Agnew, Ellie Heydon
Creator
Sarah Williams
Executive Producer
Craig Holleworth, Elizabeth Kilgarriff, Matthew Mosley, Sarah Williams
Screenwriter
Sarah Williams, Mary S. Lovell
Network
BritBox
Genre
Drama, History
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Jun 18, 2025