Bleak House (1985)

As the arduous Jarndyce vs Jarndyce case staggers onward, more and more people become embroiled in a furious legal battle that can only lead to a bitter ending.

Year: 1985 · Season 1 · Credits: Diana Rigg, Denholm Elliott, Suzanne Burden... more

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Years: 1981 - 1985

Seasons: 1

Genre: Drama

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