Cranford - BBC Says Judi Dench & Other Cast Will Return for a 2nd Mini-Series; Gives DVD Timetable

Following on the success of the original mini-series, which is available on both DVD and Blu-ray, the folks at the BBC America Shop blog have revealed that there will be a second mini-series - three hours' worth! - airing in the U.K. this coming holiday season. Dame Judi Dench returns, as does Francesca Annis, Imelda Staunton and other cast from the first production. Most importantly for our readers, they to "Expect the North American DVD in Spring 2010.." Stay tuned for updates about this, presumably after the first of the new year!