Episode 2

Encouraged by her father, Louisa reluctantly accepts Bounderby's marriage proposal. Enter Captain James Harthouse, a glib Parliamentarian offering Louisa relief from her loveless household. Meanwhile, Bounderby unfairly fires the honest Stephen Blackpool, who resolves to build a new life elsewhere. Before Stephen departs, Louisa visits, and Tom throws him a lifeline.

Directing

John Irvin · Director

Guest Stars (7)

Edward Fox as Captain James Harthouse

Alan Dobie as Stephen Blackpool

Ursula Howells as Mrs Gradgrind

Barbara Ewing as Rachel

Sean Flanagan as Bitzer

Peter Martin as Waiter

Patrick Durkin as Slackbridge