Jane Eyre S01E01 - Episode 1

S01E01 Episode 1
Episode Overview
Orphaned and mistreated by her aunt Mrs. Reed, Jane Eyre is sent to Lowood School, where she endures hardship until she turns 19. After completing her education, Jane takes a position as a governess at Thornfield Hall, looking after Adele, a French girl under the guardianship of Edward Rochester, the estate's owner. Jane learns from the housekeeper that Rochester is seldom present. When she finally meets him, Jane feels a sense of belonging and quickly grows fond of Thornfield. However, her newfound happiness is disrupted when she is awakened by strange noises and discovers a fire in Rochester's room.