Fingersmith (2005)
Fingersmith is a 2005 drama series created by Aisling Walsh. It stars Sally Hawkins, Elaine Cassidy and Rupert Evans.
A young woman is hired as a maid to an heiress who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering uncle. But, the maid has a secret: she is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a gentleman to help him seduce the heiress to elope with him, rob her of her fortune, and lock her up in a madhouse. The plan seems to proceed according to plan until the women discover some unexpected emotions.
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What is Fingersmith about?
A young woman is hired as a maid to an heiress who lives a secluded life on a large countryside estate with her domineering uncle. But, the maid has a secret: she is a pickpocket recruited by a swindler posing as a gentleman to help him seduce the heiress to elope with him, rob her of her fortune, and lock her up in a madhouse. The plan seems to proceed according to plan until the women discover some unexpected emotions.
When was Fingersmith released?
Fingersmith was released on 27 March 2005.
How many episodes does Fingersmith have?
Fingersmith has 3 episodes across 1 seasons.
Who made Fingersmith?
Fingersmith was created by Aisling Walsh.
Where can I watch Fingersmith?
Fingersmith is available on AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel and Britbox Apple TV Channel .
Where to watch Fingersmith
Stream: AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Britbox Apple TV Channel
Cast
- Sally Hawkins as Sue Trinder
- Elaine Cassidy as Maud Lilly
- Rupert Evans as Richard 'Gentleman' Rivers
- Charles Dance as Mr. Chistopher Lilly
- Imelda Staunton as Mrs. Sucksby
- Polly Hemingway as Mrs. Stiles
- David Troughton as Mr. Ibbs
- Sarah Badel as Mrs. Frobisher
- Bronson Webb as John Vroom
- Richard Durden as Mr. Hawtrey
- Michelle Dockery as Betty