The daughter of a country doctor copes with an unwanted stepmother, an impetuous stepsister, burdensome secrets, the town gossips, and the tug on her own heartstrings for a man who thinks of her only as a friend.
Where to Watch Wives and Daughters • Season 1
6 Episodes
Episode 1
E1
Episode 1A protective Dr Gibson sends Molly away from a pupil who has confessed his love for her. At the Hamley's - Molly's new residence - she falls for the eldest son, Osborne, and then trouble erupts. Molly also has to come to terms with her father's plans to remarry.
Episode 2
E2
Episode 2Osborne's banishment from Hamley Hall triggers Mrs Hamley's terminal decline.
Episode 3
E3
Episode 3Horrified that his secret is out, Osborne swears Molly to secrecy. While Roger urges Osborne to tell their father the truth. After the Easter Charity Ball, Cynthia falls into a decline.
Episode 4
E4
Episode 4Molly's affections for Roger deepen and she probes him about his feelings for Cynthia.
Episode 5
E5
Episode 5Cynthia and Preston have a bitter row and Molly promises to help her escape from him.
Episode 6
E6
Episode 6Gibson house is in shock following Osborne's death. Can Molly still win Roger's heart?