Lillie

Lillie (1978)

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The Rise and Fall of a Professional Beauty. It was the affair that shook Victorian society to its core. He was the Prince of Wales, the future monarch; she was a professional beauty, who became a royal bedmate. Lillie is a story of scandal and intrigue; of notoriety and cold-hearted manipulation and of heart-wrenching, passionate romance. This lavish production follows the fascinating life of the Dean of Jersey's daughter from her modest childhood to her emergence as one of the most celebrated beauties of her time. Lillie's liaison with the heir to the throne marked only the beginning of a remarkable, scandalous and daring series of adventures in open defiance of accepted morality imposed by Victorian and Edwardian society. Trapped in a loveless marriage, Lillie soon takes full advantage of her beauty and enchantment, attracting many lovers including the Prince of Wales.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:15 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13Fifty Cents a DanceDez. 17, 1978
S01E12Sunset and Evening StarDez. 10, 1978
S01E11Mr. JerseyDez. 3, 1978
S01E10Home on the RangeNov. 26, 1978
S01E09America!Nov. 19, 1978
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Lillie premiere?

Lillie premiered on September 24, 1978.

Who played the lead role in the TV show Lillie?

Francesca Annis played the lead role of Lillie Langtry in the TV show.

What is Lillie Langtry known for in real life?

Lillie Langtry was a British actress and socialite in real life.

Who created the TV show Lillie?

Lillie was created by writer David Butler.

How many episodes are there in the TV show Lillie?

There are 13 episodes in the TV show.

What was the time period shown in the TV show Lillie?

The TV show was set in late 19th century Britain.

What was Lillie's married name in the TV show?

Lillie's married name in the TV show was Mrs. Edward Langtry.

Who played the role of Prince of Wales in Lillie?

Denis Lill played the role of Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII, in Lillie.

Was Lillie Langtry involved in gambling as shown in the show Lillie?

Yes, Lillie Langtry was involved in gambling in real life, as shown in the TV show.

What was Lillie's relationship with Oscar Wilde?

Lillie had a close friendship with Oscar Wilde, and he often attended her parties.

Who wrote the theme music for the TV show Lillie?

The theme music for Lillie was composed by Joseph Horovitz.

Who played the role of Lillie's husband in Lillie?

Peter Egan played the role of Lillie's husband, Edward Langtry, in Lillie.

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