Andrew Davies, who adapted 'Middlemarch' and 'Pride and Prejudice' for the BBC, takes on Jane Austen's 'Emma' for ITV. Kate Beckinsale stars as the eponymous heroine who is intent on finding partners for everyone - but only if she thinks they are the right coupling. Her efforts create confusion, and the outspoken Mr Knightly pours scorn on her matchmaking - although he may have ulterior motives for doing so. A lavish costume drama from ITV, this adaptation was one of the highlights of the Autumn schedules in 1996.
Director: Diarmuid Lawrence
Producer: Sue Birtwistle
Executive Producer: Delia Fine
Writer: Andrew Davies
Actor: Kate Beckinsale
Actor: Samantha Morton
Actor: Mark Strong
Actor: Samantha Bond
Actor: Dominic Rowan
Actor: Prunella Scales
Actor: Bernard Hepton