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Cranford

8.120072 seasonsPGTV SeriesDrama

A rich and comic drama about the people of Cranford, a small Cheshire town on the cusp of change in the 1840s. Adapted from the novels by Elizabeth Gaskell.

DirectorSteve Hudson
WritersElizabeth Gaskell·Heidi Thomas
ProducersKate Harwood·Rebecca Eaton

Where to watch

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
August 1844
Dec 20, 2009 7.3
E2
October 1844
Dec 26, 2009 7.7

Cast · Directed by Steve Hudson

EAEileen Atkins
Eileen Atkins
Miss Deborah Jenkyns
JDJudi Dench
Judi Dench
Miss Matilda Jenkyns
LDLisa Dillon
Lisa Dillon
Mary Smith
SWSimon Woods
Simon Woods
Dr Harrison
CBClaudie Blakley
Claudie Blakley
Martha
PGPhilip Glenister
Philip Glenister
Mr Carter
JMJulia McKenzie
Julia McKenzie
Mrs Forrester
LMLesley Manville
Lesley Manville
Mrs. Rose
ISImelda Staunton
Imelda Staunton
Miss Pole
AJAlex Jennings
Alex Jennings
Reverend Hutton
ABAndrew Buchan
Andrew Buchan
Jem Hearne
AEAlex Etel
Alex Etel
Harry Gregson

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Cranford — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cranford?

Cranford is streaming on BritBox and Britbox in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cranford on Netflix?

No, Cranford is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on BritBox and Britbox.

Is Cranford on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cranford isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on BritBox and Britbox instead.

Where can I watch Cranford for free?

Cranford is available on BritBox and Britbox in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Cranford?

Cranford has 2 seasons in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 2009.

Are all episodes of Cranford out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 2 seasons of Cranford are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 3 of Cranford?

No — Cranford ended after 2 seasons, so there is no Season 3.