The new series is an adaptation of Barbara Taylor Bradford’s 1979 novel and isn't the first time it's been adapted for telly. Instead of 1985's leads Jenny Seagrove and Deborah Kerr, this new version puts Brenda Blethyn and Jessica Reynolds in the starring roles as the young and older versions of Emma Harte.
While there are recognisable faces from shows like House of Guinness, Peaky Blinders and Mr Bates vs the Post Office, there's plenty talent in the cast of this period drama. But who else stars in A Woman of Substance? Read on for more about the cast.
The full cast list for A Woman of Substance is as follows, but scroll on to find out more about the characters and where you may have seen the stars previously.
Brenda Blethyn as Emma HarteJessica Reynolds as Young Emma HarteEmmett J Scanlan as Adam FairleyLydia Leonard as Olivia WainwrightLeanne Best as Adele FairleyHarry Cadby as Gerald FairleyEwan Horrocks as Edwin FairleyWill Mellor as Jack HarteLenny Rush as Frank HarteNiall Wright as Mac O’NeillToby Regbo as Jim FairleyPhilip Hill-Pearson as Joe LowtherMara Huf as Paula AmoryJo Joyner as Elizabeth Ainsley-HarteRosie Cavaliero as Edwina, Countess of DunvaleJeremy Neumark Jones as David KallinskiHiftu Quasem as Priya ChandraTyrone Huntley as Jerry SloaneRobert Wilfort as MurgatroydVaughn Johseph as BernieGeorgina Sadler as PollySophie Bould as Elizabeth HarteSagar Arya as Sir Vikram ChandraSamia Galab as Mrs FairweatherSusie Trayling as Mrs MintonRachel Logan as Mrs JacobsMatt Sutton as Mr IvensAllison Saxton as Mrs EastonEverly Miller as Young EdwinaEllie Mejia as Laura SpencerRuby Hoggarth as Mrs GrishamBrenda Blethyn as Emma Harte
Where have I seen Brenda Blethyn before? Blethyn is best known for her starring role in ITV's Vera, a show she helmed for its entire 14-year run. She is also known for her roles in Secrets & Lies, Pride & Prejudice, Atonement and, more recently, Dragonfly.
Jessica Reynolds as Young Emma Harte
Where have I seen Jessica Reynolds before? Reynolds is known for her roles in Kneecap, House of Guinness and Outlander. She is set to star in Channel 4's Close to Home.
Emmett J Scanlan as Adam Fairley
Where have I seen Emmett J Scanlan before? Scanlan is known for his roles in Hollyoaks, Peaky Blinders, Kin and The Tower, having also recently been seen in How to Get to Heaven from Belfast.
Lydia Leonard as Olivia Wainwright
Where have I seen Lydia Leonard before? Leonard is known for her roles in The Crown (as Cherie Blair), Gentleman Jack, Ten Percent and Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light. More recently, she can be seen in Down Cemetery Road.
Leanne Best as Adele Fairley
Where have I seen Leanne Best before? Best is known for her roles in Home Fires, Four Lives, Young Wallander, The Walk-In and The Bay. She has also starred in G'Wed, A Town Called Malice and Insomnia.
Harry Cadby as Gerald Fairley
Where have I seen Harry Cadby before? Cadby is known for his roles in Everything Now, Dope Girls, Red Rose and In Flight.
Ewan Horrocks as Edwin Fairley
Where have I seen Ewan Horrocks before? Horrocks has starred in The Last Kingdom, The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die and Truth & Treason.
Will Mellor as Jack Harte
Where have I seen Will Mellor before? Mellor has starred in various productions over the years, including in Hollyoaks, Coronation Street and Mr Bates vs the Post Office. He has also starred in Broadchurch, No Offence, Line of Duty and The Teacher.
Lenny Rush as Frank Harte
Where have I seen Lenny Rush before? Although just 16, Rush is making a name for himself in British TV and is known for his roles in Am I Being Unreasonable? (for which he won a BAFTA), Dodger and Doctor Who.
Niall Wright as Mac O’Neill
Where have I seen Niall Wright before? Wright has starred in Hope Street, but has also had roles in Dani's Castle and Good Vibrations.
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