Emma is wealthy beautiful accomplished and a self-proclaimed matchmaker. When Emma meets Harriet Smith a young girl of unknown parentage Emma is convinced she can find Harriet a suitable husband. But in her quest to find Harriet the perfect match Emma jeopardizes Harriet's happiness and much to her surprise her own happiness too.
The much-loved Austen novel has been given a fresh look by award-winning writer Sandy Welch. With well-known actors taking the title roles Romola Garai and Jonny Lee Miller are Emma and Mr Knightley this promises to be a very special and enduring adaptation.