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Bleak House S1E2 — Episode 2

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Bleak House•Season 1•Episode 2

Episode 2

7.8/10 · 294 votesOct 28, 200529 min

Ranked #14 of 15 in Season 1•−0.4 vs season avg

Despite his grim discovery, Tulkinghorn remains undeterred from his ruthless inquiry into Lady Dedlock's past. A young crossing sweeper, Jo, may hold a key to the mystery. Krook discovers evidence in Nemo's room which could provide a crucial clue. Richard and Ada plan their engagement,

Directed byJustin Chadwick

Written byAndrew Davies

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Anna Maxwell Martin

Anna Maxwell Martin

Esther Summerson

Denis Lawson

Denis Lawson

John Jarndyce

Carey Mulligan

Carey Mulligan

Ada Clare

Gillian Anderson

Gillian Anderson

Lady Dedlock

Charles Dance

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Mr. Tulkinghorn

Patrick Kennedy

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Richard Carstone

Richard Harrington

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Allan Woodcourt

Natalie Press

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Caddy Jellyby

Burn Gorman

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William Guppy

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Andrew Davies

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Justin Chadwick

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Episode Summary

"Episode 2" is episode 2 of Bleak House season 1. It scored 7.8/10 from 294 votes, ranking #14 of 15 episodes this season (season average 8.2). Directed by Justin Chadwick and written by Andrew Davies, it aired on October 28, 2005.

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