Series synopsis
Sanditon is a British drama television series that premiered on ITV1 on August 25, 2019. It ended on April 23, 2023. It was created by Andrew Davies. It stars Rose Williams, Ben Lloyd-Hughes, Theo James and Crystal Clarke.
The spirited and impulsive Charlotte Heywood moves from her rural home to Sanditon, a fishing village attempting to reinvent itself as a seaside resort.
Premise
The spirited and impulsive Charlotte Heywood moves from her rural home to Sanditon, a fishing village attempting to reinvent itself as a seaside resort.
Premise: There’s no better place to fall in love.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Rose Williams as Charlotte Heywood
- Ben Lloyd-Hughes as Alexander Colbourne
- Theo James as Sidney Parker
- Crystal Clarke as Miss Lambe
- Anne Reid as Lady Denham
- Kris Marshall as Tom Parker
- Jack Fox as Edward Denham
- Charlotte Spencer as Esther Denham
Supporting cast
- Lily Sacofsky as Clara Brereton
- Kate Ashfield as Mary Parker
- Leo Suter as Young Stringer
- Rosie Graham as Alison Heywood
- Sophie Winkleman as Lady Susan
- Liam Garrigan as Samuel Colbourne
- Frank Blake as Captain Declan Fraser
Guest cast
- Stuart Davidson as Cricketer
- Ruth Kearney as Eliza Campion
- Eloise Webb as Augusta Markham
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 20 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 8 | August 25, 2019 | October 13, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 6 | March 20, 2022 | April 24, 2022 |
| Season 3 | 6 | March 19, 2023 | April 23, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 When a coach accident introduces Charlotte to the Parker family, she quickly seizes the opportunity to throw herself into the adventure she has craved all her life by returning with them to the developing seaside resort of Sanditon. Charlotte, however, soon discovers that the inhabitants of the town behave in curious and unpredictable ways that she could never have imagined. |
August 25, 2019 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Charlotte and Sidney clash again, only for Charlotte to be left confused by a chance encounter. Tensions surrounding Miss Lambe's arrival in Sanditon erupt at Lady Denham's grand pineapple luncheon, and Esther and Edward realise that Clara poses a significant threat to their ambitions. |
September 1, 2019 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Charlotte sets out to avoid Sidney, until a serious accident forces them together and to reappraise each other. When Tom brings a new doctor to the town, he and Lady Denham clash, while Clara makes a bold move in her bid to outplay Sir Edward and Esther. |
September 8, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Charlotte returns to Sanditon in unexpected circumstances. A company of Army Officers descend on the town, offering romantic opportunities. Meanwhile, Georgiana meets an intriguing artist and Esther Babington has an unwanted encounter with her past. |
March 20, 2022 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Charlotte starts her new job as governess for the mysterious Alexander Colbourne. Alison longs for her knight in shining armor. Georgiana receives bad news, and Tom and Colonel Lennox make plans for Sanditon’s development. |
March 27, 2022 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Charlotte and Alexander Colbourne reach an understanding as she and Colonel Lennox enjoy a close encounter. Alison falls for her new beau. Clara seeks Esther’s help. |
April 3, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Charlotte arrive back at the Regency era seaside resort—fiancé in tow—for the society event of the year. Seeing Colbourne again leaves her feeling uncertain. Meanwhile, Georgiana receives a shocking threat to her fortune, and Edward tries to prove to Lady Denham that he is a changed man. |
March 19, 2023 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Georgiana faces a nearly impossible task in trying to find a lawyer, but help arrives from a surprising place. Lady Denham accepts a new vision for the town and spars with an old flame. Arthur makes a new friend. |
March 26, 2023 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Georgiana gets a surprise visit. Colbourne’s shooting party goes ahead and Charlotte has to confront all that she’s lost. Mary and Tom cross swords over his plans for the old town. |
April 2, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ITV1 |
|---|---|
| First aired | August 25, 2019 |
| Last aired | April 23, 2023 |
| Runtime | 46 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 21:00:00 |