TV series
Fanny by Gaslight
1981, English, on BBC One. Created by Anthony Steven.
Fanny by Gaslight is a four-part British television miniseries adapted by Anthony Steven from Michael Sadler's 1940 novel of the same mame, directed by Peter Jefferies, and produced by Joe Waters. It initially broadcast from 24 September to 15 October 1981 on BBC One. Victorian orphan Fanny Hooper navigates hardship and scandal, eventually discovering her true parentage and finding love amidst the city's demi-monde.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Episode length
- 55 min
- Status
- Ended in 1981
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Fanny by Gaslight is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Britbox in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E4: Part 4
Aired 15 October 1981
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Anthony StevenCreator
- Chloe SalamanFanny Hooper · 6 ep
- Peter WoodwardHarry Somerford · 6 ep
- Anthony BateClive Seymour · 6 ep
- Susan BrownMrs Hopwood · 6 ep
- Julia ChambersLucy Beckett · 6 ep
- Michael CulverLord Manderstoke · 6 ep
- Julia GoodmanLady Alicia Seymore · 6 ep
- Godfrey JamesMr Box Chunks · 3 ep
- Brian BadcoeDuc de Chambery · 3 ep
- Ann PayotKate Somerford · 2 ep
- Iris RussellMrs Somerford · 2 ep
- Stephen Yardley'Duke' Hopwood · 2 ep
Details
- First aired
- 24 September 1981
- Last aired
- 15 October 1981
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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What Fanny by Gaslight is based on
Fanny by Gaslight is adapted from a novel.
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Fanny by Gaslight: quick answers
Is Fanny by Gaslight worth watching?
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How many seasons of Fanny by Gaslight are there?
Fanny by Gaslight has 1 season and 6 episodes, about 55 minutes each.
Is Fanny by Gaslight finished?
Yes. Fanny by Gaslight ended in 1981, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Fanny by Gaslight on?
Fanny by Gaslight is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Britbox in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
Fanny by Gaslight parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Fanny by Gaslight yet.
What shows are like Fanny by Gaslight?
If you liked Fanny by Gaslight, try Jane Eyre, Scarlett, Anne with an E.
Who created Fanny by Gaslight?
Fanny by Gaslight was created by Anthony Steven and stars Chloe Salaman, Peter Woodward, Anthony Bate.
What is Fanny by Gaslight based on?
Fanny by Gaslight is adapted from a novel.