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Our Mutual Friend
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Our Mutual Friend

1998-03-09 · 90 min / episode · ★ 7.8

Drama

After his father's will stipulates he must marry Bella Wilfer to inherit his fortune, John Harmon fakes his death to avoid the marriage and the threats on his life. He returns as John Rokesmith and becomes the secretary for the Boffins, who inherit Harmon's estate following his alleged death.

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Creators
Sandy Welch
Production companies
BBC
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Steven MackintoshSteven MackintoshJohn Harmon / John Rokesmith
Anna FrielAnna FrielBella Harmon / Bella Wilfer
Peter VaughanPeter VaughanNicodemus 'Noddy' Boffin
Pam FerrisPam FerrisHenrietta Boffin
Keeley HawesKeeley HawesElizabeth 'Lexie' Hexam
Dominic MafhamDominic MafhamMortimer Lightwood
Paul McGannPaul McGannEugene Wrayburn
Kenneth CranhamKenneth CranhamSilas Wegg
Timothy SpallTimothy SpallMr Venus
Anthony CalfAnthony CalfAlfred Lammle
Doon MackichanDoon MackichanSophronia Lammle
David BradleyDavid BradleyRoger 'Rogue' Riderhood

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