Moll Flanders

The story

The daughter of a thief, young Moll is placed in the care of a nunnery after the execution of her mother. However, the actions of an abusive priest lead Moll to rebel as a teenager, escaping to the dangerous streets of London. Further misfortunes drive her to accept a job as a prostitute from the conniving Mrs. Allworthy. It is there that Moll first meets Hibble, who is working as Allworthy's servant but takes a special interest in the young woman's well-being. With his help, she retains hope for the future, ultimately falling in love with an unconventional artist who promises the possibility of romantic happiness.

Cast

R Robin WrightMoll Flanders M Morgan FreemanHibble S Stockard ChanningMrs. Allworthy J John LynchFielding B Brenda Frickermadame Mazzawatty G Geraldine JamesEdna J Jim Sheridanle prêtre C Cathy MurphyPolly M Maria Doyle KennedyAlice J Jeremy BrettArtist's Father A Aisling CorcoranFlora B Britta SmithArtist's Mother

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E Emma McIvorMary G Ger RyanOrphanage Woman H Harry TowbMagistrate A Alan StanfordMr. Mazzawatti E Eileen McCloskeyMazzawatti Daughter N Nicola TeehanMazzawatti Daughter C Chris CurranMazzawatti Butler R Rynagh O'GradyKindly Sister M Maria HaydenDisciplinary Nun J Janet MoranAllworthy Maid K Kieran HurleyPhysician M Mary McEvoyMother Superior