TV series · 2007 · BBC One
Is Cranford based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Cranford is based on the works Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell (1851) and Mr. Harrison's Confessions by Elizabeth Gaskell (1851) and My Lady Ludlow by Elizabeth Gaskell.
The TV series premiered in 2007 on BBC One.
The book behind Cranford
Mr. Harrison's Confessions
by Elizabeth Gaskell · first published 1851
Short story by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell.
Common questions
Is Cranford based on a book?
Yes. Cranford is based on the works Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell (1851) and Mr. Harrison's Confessions by Elizabeth Gaskell (1851) and My Lady Ludlow by Elizabeth Gaskell.
Who wrote the book Cranford is based on?
Cranford was written by Elizabeth Gaskell and first published in 1851.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Cranford before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.