Brideshead Revisited

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5. A Blow Upon a Bruise - Dramatisation of Evelyn Waugh's classic novel about an impressionable young Oxford undergraduate. New Year at Brideshead furthers Sebastian's descent in the eyes of his family, and Charles angers the Marchmains when he attempts to help.

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Series 1

1. Et in Arcadia Ego

In 1944, Charles Ryder visits Brideshead, a bleak, temporary Army camp.

2. Home and Abroad

Charles is summoned to Brideshead Castle for a summer of enchantment with Sebastian.

3. The Bleak Light of Day

Back in Oxford, attempts are made to curb Sebastian's excesses.

4. Sebastian Against the World

Sebastian's decline continues over Easter at Brideshead.

5. A Blow Upon a Bruise

New Year at Brideshead furthers Sebastian's descent in the eyes of his family.

6. Julia

Rex Mottram is convinced Charles is hiding the missing Sebastian.

7. The Unseen Hook

As Lady Marchmain lies dying, Charles is persuaded to search for Sebastian.

8. Brideshead Deserted

Charles' thoughts turn to the past when Bridey commissions him to paint Marchmain House.

9. Orphans of the Storm

A storm in the Atlantic leaves Charles and Julia alone together aboard the ship.

10. A Twitch Upon a Thread

As Charles and Julia make plans for a future together, they are interrupted by Bridey.

11. Brideshead Revisited

Lord Marchmain returns to Brideshead and his presence throws the family into turmoil.