Original release 3 décembre 2017
Previous episode S01E03 - Episode 3
Number S01E04
Episode runtime 60 minutes
Country United Kingdom
Original language English
Genres Mini-Series, Drama, Romance
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Last update 3 novembre 2026 - 12:15
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Margaret is forgiving of Henry's past transgressions and decides to uphold their engagement, while Helen leaves for Europe with no explanation, only agreeing to return to London when further tragedy strikes the Schlegel family. Margaret and Tibby are desperate to be reunited with their sister, and turn to Henry for help - leading to a plan that could reunite their family and resolve the issues at Howards End - leading to a final encounter between the three families. Conclusion of the period drama, starring Hayley Atwell. Last in the series.

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The Forsytes (The Forsyte Saga 2025) Season 2 Finale: Irene's Bid for Freedom, Jolyon Snr's Will and What Comes Next on the French Riviera

The second chapter of The Forsytes, Debbie Horsfield's bold new take on The Forsyte Saga (also listed as The Forsyte Saga (2025)), ended on Sunday 18 October 2026 on Channel 5. The six-episode run started on 13 September. It confirmed that this adaptation of John Galsworthy's novels has found its own voice. Horsfield is the writer behind Poldark, and she again mixes period glamour with real emotional cruelty. This finale was the season's most pointed hour yet. If you've just finished it and are still thinking about that last stretch, this debrief is for you.

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