'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama

BBC News - World Human InterestNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete March 12, 2026 at 03:50 PM

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Ruth Jones and Richard E. Grant are starring in a new BBC comedy series, *The Other Bennet Sister*, inspired by Jane Austen's *Pride and Prejudice*. Jones, known for *Gavin and Stacey*, plays Mrs. Bennet, while Grant takes on the role of Mr. Bennet. The series, based on Janice Hadlow's novel, centers on Mary Bennet, the middle daughter, and her search for identity. Jones describes her portrayal of Mrs. Bennet as a tough businesswoman focused on securing her daughters' futures. Grant was drawn to the project partly because of Jones' involvement. Filming took place partly in South Wales, with production by Wales-based Bad Wolf.

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Some filming is taking place in south Wales.

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Mr Bennet is a dream role for Grant, who said that Jones' involvement was one of the reasons why he signed up to the series.

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Jones said the series was "one of the happiest jobs" she's ever done.

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The show focuses on Mary Bennet, the couple's seemingly unremarkable middle daughter, who is in search of her own identity.

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Ruth Jones is starring in a new BBC comedy series inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

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St Fagans Folk Museum 30% Ella Bruccoleri 40% Janice Hadlow 50% Bad Wolf 50% Mary Bennet ×260% Jane Austen 60% Wales ×370% Richard E Grant ×270% BBC ×280% Ruth Jones ×690%

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