Writing

Cedric Wallis

Born January 1, 1896 · United Kingdom

Died January 1, 1982 · aged 85

Cedric Wallis (1896–1982) was a British playwright, scriptwriter, and translator most famous for his television adaptations of Jane Austen's work. He notably wrote the screenplay for the BBC's 1952 and 1958 television adaptations of Pride and Prejudice.

Known For

The Verdict Is YoursThe Verdict Is Yours · 1958
The Verdict Is Yours
1958
Series
'The Verdict Is Yours' premiered on September 2, 1957, in the CBS Daytime lineup. Unscripted, the show featured real lawyers playing the lawyers and judge. The defendants and witnesses on the program were professional actors who ad-libbed their dialogue, although they were given a general outline of what they were supposed to say. Sportscaster Jim McKay was the original reporter, providing commentary on the trials. He was succeeded in 1960 by newsman Bill Stout.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1952
Pride and Prejudice
9.01952
SeriesDramaComedy
In early 19th-century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1961
Pride and Prejudice
1961
SeriesDrama
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
On TrialOn Trial · 1960
On Trial
1960
SeriesCrimeDrama
A series of real trials from British history, famous and notorious, dramatised from the court records.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1958
Pride and Prejudice
7.01958
SeriesDrama
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.

TV Shows

The Verdict Is YoursThe Verdict Is Yours · 1958
The Verdict Is Yours
1958
Series
'The Verdict Is Yours' premiered on September 2, 1957, in the CBS Daytime lineup. Unscripted, the show featured real lawyers playing the lawyers and judge. The defendants and witnesses on the program were professional actors who ad-libbed their dialogue, although they were given a general outline of what they were supposed to say. Sportscaster Jim McKay was the original reporter, providing commentary on the trials. He was succeeded in 1960 by newsman Bill Stout.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1952
Pride and Prejudice
9.01952
SeriesDramaComedy
In early 19th-century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1961
Pride and Prejudice
1961
SeriesDrama
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.
On TrialOn Trial · 1960
On Trial
1960
SeriesCrimeDrama
A series of real trials from British history, famous and notorious, dramatised from the court records.
Pride and PrejudicePride and Prejudice · 1958
Pride and Prejudice
7.01958
SeriesDrama
In early 19th century England, Mr and Mrs Bennet's five unmarried daughters vie for the affections of rich and eligible Mr Bingley and his status-conscious friend, Mr Darcy, who have moved into their neighbourhood. While Bingley takes an immediate liking to eldest daughter Jane, Darcy has difficulty adapting to local society and repeatedly clashes with second-eldest Elizabeth.