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The Best Episodes of Sense and Sensibility

Every episode of Sense and Sensibility ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Sense and Sensibility!

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A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    6.7/10(33 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    Although the half-brother of Elinor, Marianne, and the younger Margaret promised to care for his half-sisters, his wife convinces him he bears no financial obligation. Mr. And Mrs. John Dashwood take over the residence in Norland, leaving Mrs. Henry Dashwood and her daughters to feel like guests in their own home.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  2. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    6.2/10(29 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    Marianne cannot understand Elinor's philosophical acceptance of their new lives at Barton Cottage as her own heart is breaking for their beloved house at Norwood.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  3. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 7 - Part 7
    6.2/10(27 votes)

    #3 - Part 7

    S1:E7

    Marianne is at last out of danger. Elinor has received a visit from the desperately penitent Willoughby.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  4. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 4 - Part 4
    6.1/10(27 votes)

    #4 - Part 4

    S1:E4

    Elinor has promised to keep the secret of Edward Ferrar's engagement to Lucy Steel. She manages to conceal her unhappiness even from Marianne, who is overjoyed to visit London.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  5. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 5 - Part 5
    6.1/10(27 votes)

    #5 - Part 5

    S1:E5

    Marianne's heart is doubly broken by a yet more callous rejection by Willoughby. Elinor is to meet Edward's mother.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  6. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 6 - Part 6
    6.1/10(27 votes)

    #6 - Part 6

    S1:E6

    The sisters are to end their unhappy stay in London. Elinor is now as desolate as Marianne, as the secret of Edward's engagement is out at last and he intends to stand by it.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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  7. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    6.0/10(29 votes)

    #7 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    Just as it seems that Willoughby and Marianne must be about to announce their engagement, he departs for London, leaving her bewildered and desolate.

    Director:Rodney Bennett
    Writers:Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros

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Best Episodes Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "Sense and Sensibility". It scored 6.7/10 based on 33 votes. Directed by Rodney Bennett and written by Alexander Baron, Denis Constanduros, it aired on 2/1/1981. This episode scored 0.5 points higher than the second highest rated, "Part 2".