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6.315 votes1999TV-1450mEndedDrama

Synopsis

Based on a true story, Aristocrats draws back the curtain on an 18th century English family near the summit of society, revealing a tapestry of romance, prejudice, infidelity, and revolution.

Episodes

Season 1

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1. Episode 1Now viewing1999-06-2050mLooking back on her childhood, Emily Lennox remembers how devastated she was when her adored older sister Caroline was banished from the family for marrying Mr. Fox. When Emily meets the man she wants to marry, she pleads her case with more subtlety and success. Though he is Irish, her suitor is also very rich.
2. Episode 21999-06-2750mAfter marrying Lord Fitzgerald, Emily adds to her happiness by recruiting Caroline with her parents. The family's joy is short-lived, however, and one death leads to another. Family tensions escalate when their father's will reveals a final snub to Caroline.
3. Episode 31999-07-0450mAfter Emily makes a match for Louisa in Ireland, Caroline insists that Sarah be introduced to society in London. When Sarah is presented to the king, he remembers her as the little child who sang in the jar, and the prince is instantly smitten. The family is thrilled at the prospect of a royal match.
4. Episode 41999-07-1150mEmily is comforted to see the younger children so happy with their progressive new tutor, Mr. Ogilvie. Rebuffed by her indifferent husband, Sarah takes a lover. The scandal that ensues causes a new and serious rift between Caroline and Emily.
5. Episode 51999-07-1850mEmily is devastated when Lord Fitzgerald falls seriously ill. Sarah becomes resigned to her lonely life and helps Caroline nurse Mr. Fox during his final illness. When he dies, Caroline is almost too ill herself to mourn him.
6. Episode 61999-07-2550mAs rebellion against the government brews in Ireland, and with Emily's beloved son, Edward, in the thick of it, the sisters cling to the hope that their family's reputation, connections, and benevolence will protect them. They manage to secure Edward's safe passage out of the country, but he refuses to abandon his fellow rebels.

Cast

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Geraldine Somerville
Lady Emily Lennox
Serena Gordon
Lady Caroline Lennox
Anne-Marie Duff
Lady Louisa Lennox
Jodhi May
Lady Sarah Lennox
Graham Norton
Countertenor

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How many seasons does Aristocrats have?

Aristocrats has 1 season and 6 episodes.

When did Aristocrats first air?

Aristocrats first aired in 1999.

Is Aristocrats still running?

Aristocrats's status on TMDB is: Ended.

What genre is Aristocrats?

Aristocrats is classified as Drama.