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A nun leaves the convent temporarily to help save her family knitting mill from bankruptcy following the death of her brother. Outside the convent she becomes a fairly shrewd businesswoman and feels attracted to one of the men who work at the mill, and thus begins to feel conflict about her religious vows.
Cast
Kristin Scott Thomas
as Sister Gabriel / Anna
Sandra Voe
as Peggy
Tracy Keating
as Sister Dominic
Eileen Davies
as Sister Julian
Dorothy Tutin
as Mother Emmanuel
Caroline O'Neill
as Leila
Anthony Valentine
as Stan Beattie
Amanda Redman
as Lynn
Gary Mavers
as Hal
Elizabeth Bennett
as Sister Vincent
Helena McCarthy
as Sister Aelred
Pamela Duncan
as Sister Peter
Maggie Lane
as Rene
Madeleine Christie
as Sister Godric
Mary Wray
as Sylvie
Olive Pendleton
as Sister Thomas-A-Kempis
Rebecca Harries
as Sister Rosalie
Vicky Devon
as Linda
Joanna Swain
as Doris
Joshua Smith
as Jamie Gibson
Seasons
Episodes
Miniseries
Part I
Sister Gabriel (Anna), a nun in a Silent Order, is informed of the tragic death of her brother and has to leave the convent for the first time in 16 years. During that time she has to come to regard her tiny cell as a prison, and at 34 is becoming acutely aware of her own desire to have a child. This family tragedy is about to change her life forever.
Part II
Anna, is caught between two different worlds. We witness her struggle to come to terms with an alien world, as she tries to remember what her father taught her. She is confronted by pain and sadness from her sister-in-law, and sexual hostility from the man who manages the family mill.
Part III
Anna, is torn between her life in the convent and trying to save her brother's failing business. She also has to face her own physical and emotional desires in her relationship with Hal, the foreman at the family mill.
Part IV
The outside world becomes more alarming as Anna, has to deal with the banks in her desperate efforts to save the mill. She discovers that men are beginning to perceive her more as a woman than a nun.
Part V
Anna, is driven back to the convent by a frightening sexual encounter, only to realize that she no longer belongs there. She asks for a release from her vows to undertake the responsibility of the family business.
Part VI
Anna, with everyone's help, manages to secure the future of the family mill in spite of efforts to sabotage her work. Anna returns to the convent to sign the papers which will release her and walks out of the convent gates for the last time to face her future.
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About Body & Soul
A nun leaves the convent temporarily to help save her family knitting mill from bankruptcy following the death of her brother. Outside the convent she becomes a fairly shrewd businesswoman and feels attracted to one of the men who work at the mill, and thus begins to feel conflict about her religious vows. Across 1 season and 6 episodes.
Body & Soul Cast and Characters
The cast features Kristin Scott Thomas (as Sister Gabriel / Anna), Sandra Voe (as Peggy), Tracy Keating (as Sister Dominic), Eileen Davies (as Sister Julian), and Dorothy Tutin (as Mother Emmanuel). Their performances are a major reason Body & Soul has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Body & Soul NowWhy People Are Watching Body & Soul
Body & Soul flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Body & Soul have?
Body & Soul has 6 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Body & Soul good? What's the rating?
Body & Soul holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 5 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Body & Soul?
The main cast includes Kristin Scott Thomas, Sandra Voe, Tracy Keating, and Eileen Davies, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Body & Soul available in English?
Yes — Body & Soul was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Body & Soul released?
Body & Soul first aired in 1993.
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Where can I watch Body & Soul for free?
You can watch Body & Soul online for free on Bowood.TV. All 6 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Body & Soul have?
Body & Soul currently has 1 season and a total of 6 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Body & Soul about?
A nun leaves the convent temporarily to help save her family knitting mill from bankruptcy following the death of her brother. Outside the convent she becomes a fairly shrewd businesswoman and feels attracted to one of the men who work at the mill, and thus begins to feel conflict about her religious vows.
In which language is Body & Soul originally available?
Body & Soul was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Body & Soul first released?
Body & Soul first premiered on April 8, 1993 (1993). The series has since concluded its run.
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