Series

A Woman of Substance

“A rags-to-riches tale of ambition, power, and revenge.”

★ 7.9(12)20261 season

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Good to know

Creator: Barbara Taylor Bradford
Release date: 2026-03-11
Language: English
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 8
Network: Channel 4
Status: Returning Series
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: The Forge Entertainment

A Woman of Substance — trailer

About A Woman of Substance

A Woman of Substance is a 2026 web series in the Drama genre, created by Barbara Taylor Bradford, starring Jessica Reynolds, Brenda Blethyn and Emmett J. Scanlan. It spans 1 season and 8 episodes, and originally aired on Channel 4. It holds an average rating of 7.9/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Woman of Substance in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The life of Emma Harte, from kitchen maid at the beginning of the 20th-century, to respected businesswoman and grandmother in the 1980s. From humble beginnings, Emma Harte starts her business with a small shop, but over the next twenty years, she expands her stores and invests in the growing textile industry in Leeds.

Seasons (1)

Series 18 eps · 2026

Cast

Jessica Reynolds

Young Emma Harte

Brenda Blethyn

Older Emma Harle

Emmett J. Scanlan

Adam Fairley

Lydia Leonard

Olivia Wainwright

Toby Regbo

Jim Fairley

Leanne Best

Adele Fairley

Ewan Horrocks

Edwin Fairley

Lenny Rush

Frank Harte

Will Mellor

Jack Harte

Jo Joyner

Elizabeth Harte Ainsley

Harry Cadby

Gerald Fairley

Themes & keywords

london, englandbased on novel or bookloyaltyorganized crimeminiseriesfemale protagonistfamily1920sfamily sagaclass strugglerealistic20th centurygrittyprovocativesuspenseful

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Woman of Substance in Mexico?+

A Woman of Substance is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Woman of Substance on Netflix?+

A Woman of Substance is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How many seasons of A Woman of Substance are there?+

A Woman of Substance has 1 season and 8 episodes in total.

Who stars in A Woman of Substance?+

A Woman of Substance stars Jessica Reynolds, Brenda Blethyn, Emmett J. Scanlan, Lydia Leonard and Toby Regbo.

When did A Woman of Substance come out?+

A Woman of Substance is a 2026 web series created by Barbara Taylor Bradford.

What genre is A Woman of Substance?+

A Woman of Substance is Drama series.

Who created A Woman of Substance?+

A Woman of Substance was created by Barbara Taylor Bradford.