Pride and Prejudice (A&E, 1996)

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Jane Austen’s 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice comes to life in this 1995 British television adaptation directed by Simon Langton. Jennifer Ehle stars as Elizabeth Bennet, a spirited young woman navigating the social expectations of Regency England, while Colin Firth portrays Mr. Darcy, a wealthy gentleman whose initial arrogance masks deeper feelings. The story follows their journey from mutual disdain to understanding as they overcome the prejudices and pride that keep them apart, set against the backdrop of rigid class hierarchies and family pressures.

This two-disc DVD set contains the complete miniseries with a runtime of five hours and ten minutes, presented by A&E Home Video with a TV-PG rating. The adaptation faithfully captures Austen’s dialogue and wit while deepening Darcy’s character for modern audiences, supported by strong performances from the entire cast and lush period cinematography. A hand-inspected copy of this beloved miniseries awaits you at a used price.