Mr. Wroe's Virgins

Synopsis

Prophet John Wroe preaches of the coming Apocalypse and appeals for seven virgins to 'serve' him in his home. This series is their story. Based on the novel by Jane Rogers.

First Air Date: 1993-02-24

Last Air Date: 1993-03-17

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 4

Networks: BBC Two

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Top Cast

Jonathan Pryce as John Wroe
Minnie Driver as Leah
Kathy Burke as Martha
Kerry Fox as Hannah
Lia Williams as Joanna
Moya Brady as Dinah
Freddie Jones as Tobias
Nicholas Woodeson as Brother Moses
Ruth Kelly as Rebekah
Catherine Kelly as Rachel

Seasons

Miniseries (1993)

Based on the novel novel by Jane Rogers, the series follows the stories of seven young women who came to live and serve in the household of 19th century cult leader John Wroe.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Leah's Story (1993-02-24)

The beautiful Leah sees her arrival as a chance to gain power over the elusive Wroe.
Ep. 2: Joanna's Story (1993-03-03)

Joanna has hopes of carrying out missionary work, but Wroe has other plans.
Ep. 3: Hannah's Story (1993-03-10)

Despite opposing word views, Hannah and Wroe build up a strong bond.
Ep. 4: Martha's Story (1993-03-17)

Martha has been treated as an animal - but is a sensitive witness to the other virgins.