Period drama fans don’t have long to watch ‘masterpiece’ Jane Austen film
A Jane Austen-inspired period drama is currently streaming for free on BBC iPlayer
A charming period drama is streaming for free(Image: Bleecker Street)
A “delightful” period drama has quietly arrived on BBC iPlayer.
For those uninterested in tennis or football, the BBC’s free streaming platform offers an escape into 1800s England instead.
Mr Malcolm’s List is a 2022 historical drama directed by Emma Holly Jones, with a screenplay by Suzanne Allain. The production draws from Allain’s novel of the same title, which takes significant influence from Jane Austen’s literary works.
Set in 1800s England, the narrative follows a young woman who assists her friend in seeking retribution against a suitor who spurned her for not satisfying a criterion on his checklist of bridal requirements.
When eligible bachelor Jeremy Malcolm rejects Julia Thistlewaite, she recruits her dear friend Selina Dalton to orchestrate her vengeance, ultimately leading Jeremy to question whether he’s discovered real affection or a ruse, reports the Mirror.
Zawe Ashton, Sope Dirisu and Freida Pinto lead the cast(Image: Bleecker Street)
The cast features Zawe Ashton, Sope Dirisu and Freida Pinto in the principal roles of Julia, Jeremy and Selina. Supporting performances come from Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Ashley Park, Theo James, Divian Ladwa, Naoko Mori, Sophie Vavasseur, Sianad Gregory, Doña Croll, Paul Tylak, and Dawn Bradfield.
Following its broadcast on BBC Two over the weekend, the film is currently free to stream on BBC iPlayer. Viewers don’t have long to watch, however, as the listing expires on Sunday, July 26.
Mr Malcolm’s List was predominantly shot on location across Ireland, making use of several grand historic estates and picturesque grounds. Principal filming locations include Newbridge House in Dublin, Powerscourt Estate in County Wicklow, and Castletown House in County Kildare.
The period drama currently holds an impressive 83% rating on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes from 117 reviews.
Audiences have been equally effusive in their praise, with one IMDb user writing: “I truly loved this masterpiece of a film. I’d even go so far as to say it’s better than Bridgerton.”
Fans don’t have long to watch(Image: Bleecker Street)
Another added: “I really enjoyed this film on account of the fine acting, exquisite styling, direction and impeccable locations, lighting etc. Gorgeous picturesque Dublin countryside.”
A third said: “As a Jane Austen fan this was the perfect movie for me. Went with my daughter and she loved it too. Not only is the story good but love the diversity of the cast!”
A fourth viewer echoed the sentiment, saying: “Charming period romp. Mr. Malcom’s List was delightful. I read the book in one day and the movie met my expectations. It was as fabulous as the book. It’s so breathtaking and beautiful.”
Someone else commented: “This is how Persuasion should have been adapted. I love Bridgerton and I love this. Stellar cast. A delightfully effervescent regency romp.”
Meanwhile, another said: “Much like Downton Abbey, the story is nice escapism that makes you wish people still talked and lived so purely.”
Mr Malcolm’s List is available to stream on BBC iPlayer until Sunday, July 26