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The Best Episodes of Sense and Sensibility Season 1

Every episode of Sense and Sensibility Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Sense and Sensibility Season 1!

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Sense and Sensibility is a 2008 British television drama, based on Jane Austen's 1811 novel of the same name. The screenplay was written by Andrew Davies, who said that the aim of the series was

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 1 - Part 1
    7.8/10(223 votes)

    #1 - Part 1

    S1:E1

    When Mr Dashwood dies, he leaves his Sussex estate Norland – undivided, as the law requires – to his first marriage son John. John's wife, Fanny, convinces him to deny, in the name of their only son Henry's inheritance, his widowed stepmother and her three daughters the generosity understood at his father's deathbed. When the heiress-in-law's brother Edward Ferrars visits, he proves a perfect, understanding gentleman mutually drawn to eldest daughter Elinor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 2 - Part 2
    7.8/10(202 votes)

    #2 - Part 2

    S1:E2

    Marianne attracts the attention of stoic war hero Colonel Brandon, but herself is only interested in charming and glamorous rival Willoughby; their exclusive mutual attentions convinces most that they are engaged—until Willoughby suddenly departs for London. Edward keeps his promise to visit, but seems troubled and guarded.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Sense and Sensibility Season 1 Episode 3 - Part 3
    8.1/10(208 votes)

    #3 - Part 3

    S1:E3

    In London, Willoughby acknowledges no connection to Marianne and marries wealthy heiress Grey. Elinor must hide her heartbreak when she learns Edward is engaged to Miss Lucy Steel; but when his mother learns of the engagement, she disinherits him. Fortune ultimately smiles unexpectedly on both Dashwood sisters.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Part 1" is the best rated episode of "Sense and Sensibility" season 1. It scored 7.8/10 based on 223 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/1/2008. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Part 2".