Joseph Andrews (1977) (original) (raw)

Director Tony Richardson returns with another adaptation of this Henry Fielding novel. This one, written in in 1742, chronicles the rise of a young Joseph Andrews who ascends from mere servant to become the personal footman--and fancy--of Lady Booby. He battles seductions, robberies and rogues while trying to remain faithful to his true love--an equally innocent servant girl. Meanwhile, Lady Booby carefully tries to conceal her humble origins and a couple of not-so-well-kept secrets.

Director Tony Richardson returns with another adaptation of this Henry Fielding novel. This one, written in in 1742, chronicles the rise of a young Joseph Andrews who ascends from mere servant to become the personal footman--and fancy--of Lady Booby. He battles seductions, robberies and rogues while trying to remain faithful to his true love--an equally innocent servant girl. Meanwhile, Lady Booby carefully tries to conceal her humble origins and a couple of not-so-well-kept secrets. (less)

Director: Tony Richardson
Starring: Ann-Margret, Peter Firth, Michael Hordern, Beryl Reid, Natalie Ogle, Jim Dale

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