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Sons and Lovers

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Sons and Lovers is a 1981 BBC television serial based on the D. H. Lawrence book Sons and Lovers. It starred Eileen Atkins, Tom Bell, Karl Johnson and Lynn Dearth. It was adapted by Trevor Griffiths and directed by Stuart Burge. It aired…

DirectorStuart Burge
WriterTrevor Griffiths

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Jan 14, 1981
E2
Episode 2
E3
Episode 3
E4
Episode 4
E5
Episode 5
E6
Episode 6
E7
Episode 7

Cast · Directed by Stuart Burge

EAEileen Atkins
Eileen Atkins
Gertrude Morel
TBTom Bell
Tom Bell
Walter Morel
KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Paul Morel
AP
Amanda Parfitt
Annie Morel

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Sons and Lovers — streaming FAQ

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No, Sons and Lovers is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

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Sons and Lovers isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in Sons and Lovers?

Sons and Lovers has 1 season in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 1981.

Are all episodes of Sons and Lovers out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 1 season of Sons and Lovers are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Sons and Lovers?

No — Sons and Lovers ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What book is Sons and Lovers based on?

Sons and Lovers is based on Sons and Lovers by D. H. Lawrence.