Below is my ranking of the Season Two episodes from "SANDITON", the ITV adaptation of Jane Austen's unfinished novel. Adapted by Andrew Davies, the limited series starred Rose Williams, Crystal Clarke and Ben Lloyd-Hughes:
RANKING OF "SANDITON" SEASON TWO (2022) EPISODES
1. (2.04) "Episode 4" - Tension mounts when old enemies, estate owner Alexander Colbourne and Colonel Francis Lennox, rivals for Charlotte Heywood’s hand; reunite at Lady Denham's garden party. Heiress Georgiana Lambe learns a vital piece of information. Sir Edward Denham attempts to exploit the pregnancy predicament of Lady Denham’s disgraced niece, Clara Brereton.
2. (2.06) "Episode 6" - In the season finale, Charlotte's younger sister Alison Heywood prepares to leave Sanditon with her dreams of romance fading. Charlotte ponders her future. Georgiana learns shocking truths when Sidney Parker's belongings from Antigua are returned. Esther, Lady Babbington faces a bleak future as Edward's schemes against her come to fruition.
3. (2.01) "Episode 1" - Season Two begins with Charlotte returning to Sanditon to find employment and with Alison in tow. A group of Army officers descend on the town, offering both romantic and business opportunities. Georgiana meets an intriguing artist named Charles Lockhart. Esther has an unwanted reunion with Edward, who has become an Army officer.
4. (2.05) "Episode 5" - Colonel Lennox and Colbourne's rivalry over Charlotte comes to a head at the Sanditon ball. Georgiana makes a decision that will impact her future. Edward's manipulation of Esther takes a dark turn.
5. (2.02) "Episode 2" - Charlotte starts her new job as governess for Colbourne’s niece and daughter, Augusta Markham and Leonora Colbourne. Alison is determined to be reunited with her new beau, Captain William Carter. Lady Denham receives an unexpected surprise with Clara’s return to Sanditon. Colonel Lennox throws a dinner party.
6. (2.03) "Episode 3" - Resort founder Tom Parker gets ready for Sanditon's annual fair amidst rumors that the soldiers have not been paying their debts in town. Alison falls for Captain Carter, unaware that he is wooing her under false pretenses. Clara seeks Esther's help. Edward hatches his plan against the latter.