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Season 1 – The Forsyte Saga

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A drama based on the John Galsworthy books portrays a London family.

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The Forsyte Saga — Season 1

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Caryn James New York Times 04/22/2019
Although the new ''Forsyte Saga'' cannot recreate the story's historic role in television, its revitalized characters offer a delightful escape. Go to Full Review David Wiegand San Francisco Chronicle 04/22/2019
It is testimony to Lewis' extraordinary skill that his is the character we loathe at the outset of "The Forsyte Saga" and in whom we become most interested by the end. Go to Full Review Howard Rosenberg Los Angeles Times 04/22/2019
It's a testament to the material's strength, and its handling here, that "The Forsyte Saga" still manages to succeed. Go to Full Review Rob Owen Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 04/22/2019
It's a tribute to the story, writing and Lewis' performance that Soames is more multidimensional than he so easily could have been Go to Full Review Terry Kelleher People Magazine 04/22/2019
Lewis's performance, though, is a constant marvel. The actor makes Soames's emotional repression so palpable that it's hard to hate him even at his most heartless. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Marit Risto F @MaritRisto Sep 19 Again the unacceptable class gap, and the nevrotic split between the lover and the husband. A part from that I find some interesting scenes from Paris, London, and the country side. Many fine dialogues, between fascinating people, and also artistic beauty. What can we do to get a better ending?! Less money fixation, and more spirit I firmly believe See more Nathalie Mar 26 Fascinating period drama with themes of gemerations of family, feuds, passion, love, marriage, parties,births, deaths, war. I will rewatch as also enjoy the vintage cars, homes, costumes as well as superb acting in parts. Also would like to peruse the Mr Galworthy trilogy that based on See more Georgan G 04/04/2023 Great acting, especially by Damian Lewis, although all do a fabulous job. The costumes are beautiful. Couldn't wait to see what happens next. See more Read all reviews
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Ioan Gruffudd

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Damian Lewis

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Gina McKee

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Rupert Graves

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Amanda Ooms

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Corin Redgrave

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 7, 2002 Winifred announces her engagement; young Jolyon reveals his feelings for his June's governess; Soames' search for a wife leads him to Irene. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 14, 2002 Soames designs a retreat to save his marriage; Jolyon reconciles with his son's family; Winifred's marriage sours; Soames' dream house materializes. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 21, 2002 Irene recoils from Soames' entreaties; Somes challenges Bosinney and instigates legal action; June is horrified by the lawsuit. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 28, 2002 Irene leaves Montpelier Square forever; June confronts Soames with the truth; Old Jolyon discovers Irene at Robin Hill and a friendship begins. Details Episode 5 Aired May 5, 2002 Soames has found happiness; Winifred takes Soames' advice to seek a divorce as Soames pursues his own; Irene flees to Paris, followed by Jolyon. Details Episode 6 Aired May 12, 2002 With the war looming, Winifred takes Dartie back; for divorce evidence, Soames continues to employ detectives to follow Irene. Details Episode 7 Aired May 19, 2002 Despite his feelings for Annette, Soames's feelings for Irene are easily rekindled. His obsession with her returns when he sees her again, even after twelve years. Details Episode 8 Aired May 26, 2002 Soames divorces Irene; both Irene and Annette are pregnant; Soames tells his dying father he has a son, even though the baby's a girl. Details

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The Forsyte Saga — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Christopher Menaul
Executive Producer
Rebecca Eaton, Andy Harries
Screenwriter
Stephen Mallatratt, John Galsworthy
Network
ITV
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 7, 2002