Series synopsis
Canterbury Tales is a British drama television series that premiered on BBC One on September 11, 2003. It ended on October 16, 2003. It was created by Geoffrey Chaucer.
Six single dramas adapted from six of Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th century Canterbury Tales, transferred to a modern, 21st century setting, but still set along the traditional Pilgrims' route to Canterbury.
Premise
Six single dramas adapted from six of Geoffrey Chaucer's 14th century Canterbury Tales, transferred to a modern, 21st century setting, but still set along the traditional Pilgrims' route to Canterbury.
Cast and characters
Guest cast
- James Nesbitt as Nick Zakian
- Billie Piper as Alison Crosby
- Dennis Waterman as John Crosby
- Kenny Doughty as Danny Absolon
- Buffy Davis as Jean McIntosh
- Eileen Essell as Mrs Jean Smallwood
- Ralph Riach as Mr Malcolm Wickens
- Eddie Nestor as Dave Tyler
- Billy Seymour as Lad
- Joe Halliday as Lad
- Tom Ludlow as Lad
- Samuel Cocozza as Young Man
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 11, 2003 | October 16, 2003 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Miller's Tale Flash con artist Nick Zakian sweeps into a Kentish village and starts scamming the locals. The prize for him, though, is to seduce Alison, the beautiful young trophy wife of pub landlord John and, as she's the star of the pub's karaoke nights, Nick sees his chance by telling her he's a talent scout who can secure her a recording contract. However, not only is John extremely protective of his child bride, but she also has lovelorn admirer Danny in tow. |
September 11, 2003 |
| 2 |
The Wife of Bath Beth Craddock is a highly successful television actress in her early fifties but her professional success is not reflected in her private life. She has had four husbands and the fourth is about to leave her for a younger woman. She begins an affair with co-star Jerome, who is 30 years her junior and, despite general disapproval, they're genuinely happy. Unfortunately, Jerome's health issues mean that the story does not end well for Beth. |
September 18, 2003 |
| 3 |
The Knight's Tale A wedge is driven into the relationship of childhood friends and now cellmates Ace and Paul by attractive civilian teacher Emily, whom they both fall in love with. Ace is released first and the obsessed Paul stages an escape in order to get to Emily before him. This leads to a confrontation and a tragic end for one. |
September 25, 2003 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 11, 2003 |
| Last aired | October 16, 2003 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | Ended |
| Schedule | Thursday |