A Respectable Trade

A Respectable Trade

Limited Series 1998 · 4 eps · ★ 7.0 · Drama

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A four-part drama, set against the background of the English slave trade and adapted by Philippa Gregory from her novel.

Directed by Suri Krishnamma · Written by Philippa Gregory

Network: BBC One

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