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Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

Description: This historical drama series is an adaptation of the international best-selling novel by Susanna Clarke. The story is set in 19th-century England during the Napoleonic Wars, a time when practical magic has largely fallen by the wayside. But the practice is resuscitated by two men -- Gilbert Norrell, a reclusive but highly skilled magician, and Jonathan Strange, a young and handsome novice who is exploring his capabilities. The relationship between the men intensifies as they battle to become England's greatest magician.
Genre: Drama
Year Released: 2015
Number of episodes: 7
First episode air date: May 17, 2015
Awards: British Academy Television Craft Award for Best Production Design, MORE
Adapted From: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
Network: BBC One
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