Rev Brook Bridges — Miss Austen Regrets Character Profile

About Rev Brook Bridges

Fanny's uncle and a clergyman who visits Jane. He expresses concern that Jane's independent views and clever wit might negatively influence Fanny's traditional expectations regarding marriage and morality, serving as a conservative counterpoint to Jane's lifestyle.

Character Facts

Played by

Hugh Bonneville

Appears in

Miss Austen Regrets (2008)

Role

Supporting

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