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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie

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Muriel Spark's classic novel The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie was adapted by Scottish Television into a seven episode television serial for ITV in 1978 that featured Geraldine McEwan in the lead role. From Wikipedia.

DirectorsTina Wakerell·Mark Cullingham
WritersJay Presson Allen·William Pointer

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Newcastle
Jan 22, 1978
E2
Edinburgh
Jan 29, 1978
E3
Sandy and Jenny
Feb 5, 1978
E4
Giulia
Feb 12, 1978
E5
Rose
Feb 19, 1978
E6
Dorothy and Juliet
Feb 26, 1978
E7
Mary MacGregor
Mar 5, 1978

Cast · Directed by Tina Wakerell

GMGeraldine McEwan
Geraldine McEwan
AMAnn Mitchell
Ann Mitchell
LBLynsey Baxter
Lynsey Baxter
TCTracey Childs
Tracey Childs
JCJohn Castle
John Castle
RURobert Urquhart
Robert Urquhart

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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie?

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie on Netflix?

No, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Is The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie on Amazon Prime Video?

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie for free?

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

How many seasons are in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie?

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie has 1 season in total (7 episodes). The series concluded in 1978.

Are all episodes of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie out yet?

Yes — all 7 episodes across 1 season of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie?

No — The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.