Age of Innocence (TV series)

The Age of Innocence is a 1977 BBC television adaptation of Edith Wharton's 1920 novel The Age of Innocence. It stars Beatrix Lehmann, Christina Greatrex, and Alan Howard. The series portrays the rigid social customs of New York high society in the 1870s and the tragic love triangle between Newland Archer, May Welland, and Countess Ellen Olenska. The storyline follows Newland's arranged engagement to the innocent May, and his growing attraction to May's cousin, the unconventional and scandalous Ellen. He is torn between his societal obligations and his passionate desires. The production is noted for its faithful adaptation of Wharton's novel and its attention to the details of the era's costumes and settings.