15 Of The Best Pride And Prejudice Adaptations, Ranked

Jane Austen adaptations have won over the hearts of Janeites around the world for over 100 years. Arguably, the most popular of Jane Austen’s books (and by extension – adaptations) is Pride and Prejudice.

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The classic tale tells the story of the independent and high-spirited Elizabeth Bennet, who meets the proud and wealthy Mr. Darcy only to overhear him personally insult her. However, Mr. Darcy soon falls in love with Elizabeth despite her being below him in class.

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Now, as all rankings go, this is my subjective rankings of the Pride and Prejudice adaptations.

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CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY MANOR (2018)

Elizabeth Bennet is a New York event planner sent to a cute small town to plan their Christmas festival in this contemporary version. 15. Photo: Hallmark/Crown Media Learn more

PRIDE, PREJUDICE, AND MISTLETOE (2018)

14. In a gender reversal, Darcy is a wealthy businesswoman who returns to her hometown for Christmas to help her mother plan a charity event. Photo: Hallmark/Crown Media Learn more

UNLEASHING MR. DARCY (2016)

13. Pride and Prejudice comes to the world of fancy dog shows in this contemporary Jane Austen retelling. Photo: Hallmark/Crown Media Learn more

PRIDE & PREJUDICE: ATLANTA (2019)

12. Perhaps the most underrated contemporary Pride and Prejudice adaptation on the list, this Lifetime movie brings welcome diversity to the classic romance genre. Photo: Lifetime Learn more

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: A LATTER-DAY COMEDY (2003)

11. In this indie adaptation, Elizabeth Bennet is a 25-year-old aspiring author working in a bookstore. Learn more

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