Jane Austen’s Persuasion: What the Adaptations Got Right (and Wrong)

Jane Austen’s Persuasion has been adapted for the screen several times — from the BBC’s 1971 production, the much-loved 1995 film, and the 2007 ITV version, to Netflix’s controversial 2022 take. But how do these adaptations compare to Austen’s final completed novel?

In this video, I explore:
✅ What each adaptation got right about Persuasion
✅ Where they strayed from Austen’s original vision
✅ Casting choices — inspired or questionable?
✅ Why Persuasion is notoriously difficult to adapt
✅ How period drama evolved between the 70s and today

Whether you’re a devoted Janeite, a fan of Regency period dramas, or just curious about how filmmakers tackle Austen’s most mature love story, this breakdown will give you new insights into how Persuasion has been brought to life on screen.

💬 Let me know in the comments which adaptation is your favorite — and whether you think Persuasion has yet to find its “perfect” screen version.

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