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Two Jacks Don't Suit

Episode 2 of 8

In France, Ann Walker is shocked by details about Anne Lister’s complicated relationship with Mariana Lawton. Back in Halifax, Ann’s family are hatching a plot to marry her off.

A former flame threatens to derail Anne Lister’s idyllic honeymoon by revealing details of her complicated romantic past to Ann Walker. Questioned by Ann in the foothills of Mont Blanc, Anne reveals something of her relationship with Mariana Lawton, but keeps back crucial information. Back in Halifax, the couple’s daring trip abroad has raised the alarm among Miss Walker’s family, who hatch a plot to marry her off to a man.

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57 minutes

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Credits

Role Contributor
Anne Lister Suranne Jones
Ann Walker Sophie Rundle
Mariana Lawton Lydia Leonard
Marian Lister Gemma Whelan
Aunt Anne Lister Gemma Jones
Jeremy Lister Timothy West
Aunt Ann Walker Stephanie Cole
Suzannah Sowden Amy James-Kelly
Thomas Sowden Tom Lewis
Eliza Priestley Amelia Bullmore
Cordingley Rosie Cavaliero
William Priestley Peter Davison
Writer Sally Wainwright
Director Edward Hall
Producer Phil Collinson
Production Company Lookout Point

Broadcast

Cast and Characters

Cast and Characters

Meet Anne Lister, the inimitable lady of Shibden Hall, and the characters in her life.

The Real Diaries of Anne Lister

The Real Diaries of Anne Lister

Her intimate diaries paint a picture of the changing world of early 19th century Britain.