Having brought Downton Abbey to a close a few months ago, it was to be expected Julian Fellowes would soon turn his hand to a new period drama.
And though this three-part adaptation of the popular Anthony Trollope novel is an entirely different kettle of fish from Downton, fans will be satiated by the familiar themes, costumes, and setting.
![Tom Hollander as Doctor Thorne.](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/5A4SJFBGDXBEHAD7KEQRLBNBJQ.jpg?auth=f2c5fec8a39931606890e6fba0ec1192b4808ca55e604db524cf9016507614b9&width=16&height=10&quality=70&smart=true)
Turning the clock back to 1855, Doctor Thorne tells a reasonably cheerful tale of social mores, marriage proposals, illegitimate children, inheritance, duty, and love.
Doctor Thorne (Tom Hollander, also currently starring in The Night Manager) is a pillar of the community - an upright, steadfast, and occasionally grumpy fellow, who many wealthy residents call on not just for medicinal advice but also guidance in business and personal affairs.