The Forsytes Release Schedule, Episode Count and How to Watch
The Forsytes is a new period drama that premiered on Channel 5 on Monday, October 20. The series offers a fresh adaptation of John Galsworthy's Forsyte Saga novels, featuring a star-studded cast.
Cast and Creators
- Screenwriter: Debbie Horsfield, known for Poldark
- Cast includes Eleanor Tomlinson (Poldark), Susan Hampshire (original Forsyte Saga 1967), Millie Gibson (Coronation Street), Joshua Orpin (Home and Away)
- Also stars Tuppence Middleton (Downton Abbey), Stephen Moyer (True Blood), Jack Davenport, and Tom Durant Pritchard (The Crown)
Series Synopsis
"Family stability is threatened by two chance encounters for rival cousins, Jolyon and Soames, throwing their previously steady lives into disarray.
Married Jolyon contends with the reappearance of his former lover, Louisa, a lady’s maid-turned-dressmaker, while daughter June falls for a penniless architect. Soames, meanwhile, is enchanted by the beautiful and free-spirited dancer Irene.
All must decide whether to be ruled by the head or the heart."
Release Details
The Forsytes began airing on October 20 at 9 PM. The story starts ten years after Jolyon’s marriage to Frances, focusing on the Forsyte family preparing to celebrate their daughter June’s 18th birthday and her introduction to society.
Current Episodes
Two episodes have already been broadcast on Channel 5. Viewers are eagerly awaiting information on the release of upcoming episodes.
Author’s summary: The Forsytes reimagines the classic saga with a talented cast, exploring family conflicts and love against a richly detailed period backdrop.