Plot — What is The Barchester Chronicles about?
The Barchester Chronicles is a 1982 BBC television serial produced by Jonathan Powell and dramatised by Alan Plater, based on Anthony Trollope's first two Chronicles of Barsetshire, The Warden (1855) and Barchester Towers (1857). Against the sumptuous background of Peterborough Cathedral and its environs, one is carried into Trollope's world of the intriguing machinations of the clerical establishment of Barchester. Backed by the authenticity of the period detail, the portrayal of all the characters accurately conveys the whole range of human emotions within the stories.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Web Series |
| First Aired | 1982 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Seasons | 1 (7 episodes) |
| Audience Score | 73% (7.3/10, 6 votes) |
The Barchester Chronicles — FAQ
Is The Barchester Chronicles worth watching? The Barchester Chronicles holds a 7.3/10 rating from 6 viewers. The Barchester Chronicles is a 1982 BBC television serial produced by Jonathan Powell and dramatised by Alan Plater, based on Anthony Trollope's first two Chronicles of Barsetshire, The Warden (1855) and Barchester Tower
Who is behind The Barchester Chronicles? Created by Alan Plater.
Who is in the cast of The Barchester Chronicles? It stars Donald Pleasence, Janet Maw, Nigel Hawthorne, Angela Pleasence.
Where can I stream The Barchester Chronicles? Streaming availability for The Barchester Chronicles is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Barchester Chronicles release? It first aired in 1982.
