Brenda Blethyn transforms into iconic character for Yorkshire-set "phenomenon" A Woman of Substance

A WOMAN OF SUBSTANCE: FIRST LOOK AT BRENDA BLETHYN AND JESSICA REYNOLDS IN CHANNEL 4 REIMAGINING OF CLASSIC DRAMA

Based on the multi-million bestselling novel and global phenomenon written by Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE, first look images of the iconic character Emma Harte have been released for A Woman of Substance, a brand-new adaptation of the classic novel. Previously Emmy-nominated and Channel 4’s biggest ever drama when it was made 40 years ago, this new revenge romp feels as searingly relevant today as it did back then.  Coming to Channel 4 next year…

Brenda Blethyn transforms into iconic character in new Channel 4 drama A Woman of Substance

The Vera star is set to back on our screens next year.

Brenda Blethyn transforms into iconic character for Yorkshire-set "phenomenon" A Woman of Substance

First-look images from Channel 4's Yorkshire-set drama show Brenda Blethyn transformed into the iconic lead character Emma Harte.