The Other Bennet Sister Premiere: BBC Cast and Date Details

"The Other Bennet Sister" Arrives: Ella Bruccoleri Leads New Jane Austen Spin-Off

Ella Bruccoleri stars in the 10-part adaptation of Janice Hadlow’s novel, premiering March 15 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer alongside Richard E. Grant and Ruth Jones.

Sofia Chen

Mar 15, 2026, 12:44 PM PT · 1 min read

Ella Bruccoleri stars as Mary Bennet in the BBC adaptation of The Other Bennet Sister.

THE RUNDOWN

10-part series premiered March 15, 2026, on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Ella Bruccoleri plays Mary Bennet in this adaptation of Janice Hadlow’s novel.
Supporting cast members include Richard E. Grant and Ruth Jones.
The story focuses on the overlooked middle sister from Pride and Prejudice.

The spotlight is finally shifting to the middle child. On Sunday, March 15, 2026, BBC One and BBC iPlayer premiered The Other Bennet Sister, a 10-part period drama based on the acclaimed novel by Janice Hadlow. Unlike previous Pride and Prejudice adaptations that center on Elizabeth Bennet, this series explores the world of Longbourn through the eyes of the often-overlooked Mary Bennet.

Ella Bruccoleri takes on the titular role of Mary, portraying her journey from an awkward, bookish girl into a woman seeking her own path. She is joined by a powerhouse supporting cast, including Richard E. Grant and Ruth Jones, who bring new depth to the iconic Bennet family dynamics. The production aims to give a voice to the sister who was historically relegated to the background of Jane Austen’s most famous work.

The series marks a significant expansion of the Austen cinematic universe, offering ten episodes of emotional growth and social navigation. Viewers can now stream the entire season on BBC iPlayer or tune in weekly to BBC One. With its fresh perspective on a literary classic, the show is already drawing comparisons to modern period hits for its focus on character interiority and historical detail.