Jane Austen fans are a discerning bunch, but the new Keeley Hawes drama Miss Austen, which centres around the bond between Jane and her sister Cassandra, has been met with a seal of approval.
Viewers of the BBC show Miss Austen (which aired Sunday 16th February) have taken to social media to praise the show, calling in 'perfection' and commenting on how true it is to the book it's based on.
'As a lifelong Janeite, I think BBC1's "Miss Austen" is perfection,' wrote one fan on X (formerley Twitter).
'Gill Hornby's charming book is done full justice by a splendid cast led by Keeley Hawes at her very best as Jane's dear Cassandra. The cinematography and settings are outstanding: I really don't want it to end!'
As a life-long Janeite I think BBC1's "Miss Austen" is perfection. Gill Hornby's charming book is done full justice by a splendid cast led by Keeley Hawes at her very best as Jane's dear Cassandra. The cinematography and settings are outstanding: I really don't want it to end! https://t.co/W3Xbx6CKwkFebruary 16, 2025
Meanwhile, another wrote, '@BBC has come up with a wonderful TV series, “Miss Austen”. The tv series shows the strong relationships between Cassandra and Jane.
'The actresses are wonderful. Absolutely great to watch especially if you love Jane Austen’s books.'
#MissAusten @BBC has come up with a wonderful tv series, “Miss Austen”. The tv series shows the strong relationships between Cassandra and Jane. The actresses are wonderful. Absolutely great to watch especially if you love Jane Austen’s books.https://t.co/WibujzYc8PFebruary 16, 2025
Meanwhile, another said, 'Me writing to Points Of View to express how ardently I am enjoying catching up on the most excellent serial Miss Austen with the wonderful Keeley Hawes on iPlayer. Very well done BBC.'
Me writing to Points Of View to express how ardently I am enjoying catching up on the most excellent serial Miss Austen with the wonderful Keeley Hawes on iPlayer.Very well done BBC ✍️ pic.twitter.com/NKYvX8HmznFebruary 16, 2025
Meanwhile, another said, 'Completely in love with the cinematography of #MissAusten.'
Completely in love with the cinematography of #MissAusten. pic.twitter.com/b7GFdDT3FtFebruary 16, 2025
And another wrote, 'I’ve already watched all 4 episodes of Miss Austen. It is a wonderful adaptation of Gill Hornby’s book and a beautiful tribute to Jane and Cassandra Austen. I did cry at the end.'
I’ve already watched all 4 episodes of Miss Austen. It is a wonderful adaptation of Gill Hornby’s book and a beautiful tribute to Jane and Cassandra Austen. I did cry at the end. ❤️ #MissAusten pic.twitter.com/mfQkEsB7khFebruary 2, 2025
And another wrote, praising the show, 'In other non-earthquake news, finally finished Miss Austen. Last episode was so beautifully written by @gibbzer and I had a wee cry in the airport watching it.'
And another said, 'Jut got round to Miss Austen on BBC iplayer. Loved it, so beautifully adapted by @gibbzer
'And Keeley Hawes is - as per - divine, alongside a stellar cast. Will have to re-watch as I hoovered it. and So much to enjoy -- a feast for the senses.'
Jut got round to Miss Austen on BBC iplayer. Loved it, so beautifully adapted by @gibbzer And Keeley Hawesis - as per - divine, alongside a stellar cast. Will have to re-watch as I hoovered it. and So much to enjoy -- a feast for the senses. 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵 pic.twitter.com/oYXGCuGMH5February 4, 2025
Miss Austen airs on BBC One on Sundays at 9.05pm and is streaming as a boxset on BBC iPlayer now.
