The Mayor of Casterbridge (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 2003, The Mayor of Casterbridge is a drama series.
What it’s about. At a country fair, young hay-trusser Michael Henchard quarrels with his wife Susan, and in a drunken fit decides to auction off his wife and baby to a sailor for five guineas. The next day, realising his loss, he swears not to touch liquor again for as many years as he has lived so far. Eighteen years later, Henchard has become Mayor of Casterbridge, a man well respected but not well liked. The unexpected return of his wife and daughter Elizabeth Jane sets off a turn of events that force him to face the consequences of his selfish impulses and violent temper.
Who’s in it. The Mayor of Casterbridge stars Ciarán Hinds as Michael Henchard, Juliet Aubrey as Susan, Jodhi May as Elizabeth-Jane and James Purefoy as Donald Farfrae, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Mayor of Casterbridge has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mayor of Casterbridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mayor of Casterbridge tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mayor of Casterbridge (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mayor of Casterbridge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mayor of Casterbridge worth watching?
- The Mayor of Casterbridge holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Mayor of Casterbridge?
- The Mayor of Casterbridge stars Ciarán Hinds, Juliet Aubrey, Jodhi May, James Purefoy and Alex Kelly.
- When was The Mayor of Casterbridge released?
- The Mayor of Casterbridge was released in 2003.