Fanny by Gaslight (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Series · ★ 6.5
Released in 1981, Fanny by Gaslight is a drama series.
What it’s about. Fanny by Gaslight is a four-part British television miniseries adapted by Anthony Steven from Michael Sadler's 1940 novel of the same mame, directed by Peter Jefferies, and produced by Joe Waters. It initially broadcast from 24 September to 15 October 1981 on BBC One. Victorian orphan Fanny Hooper navigates hardship and scandal, eventually discovering her true parentage and finding love amidst the city's demi-monde.
Who’s in it. Fanny by Gaslight stars Chloe Salaman as Fanny Hooper, Peter Woodward as Harry Somerford, Anthony Bate as Clive Seymour and Susan Brown as Mrs Hopwood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Fanny by Gaslight has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fanny by Gaslight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fanny by Gaslight tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fanny by Gaslight (1981)?
- In US, Fanny by Gaslight is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Fanny by Gaslight worth watching?
- Fanny by Gaslight holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fanny by Gaslight?
- Fanny by Gaslight stars Chloe Salaman, Peter Woodward, Anthony Bate, Susan Brown and Julia Chambers.
- When was Fanny by Gaslight released?
- Fanny by Gaslight was released in 1981.