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Tipping the Velvet

In 1887 Victorian England, Nan Astley's journey to success and happiness is marked by her intense relationships with three separate women.

Nancy Astley's life is turned upside down when she discovers the world of female impersonation and falls for Kitty Butler, a charming male impersonator.

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Episodes:

Episode 1

Aired: Dec 8, 2002

A provincial woman's London adventure leads to a life-changing encounter with...

Episode 2

Aired: Dec 15, 2002

In the next episode, a determined woman from the countryside embarks on a jou...

Episode 3

Aired: Dec 22, 2002

In the next episode, a determined young woman leaves her rural home to start ...

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Main Cast

Rachael StirlingNan Astley

Keeley HawesKitty Butler

Jodhi MayFlorence Banner

Anna ChancellorDiana Lethaby

Sally HawkinsZena Blake

Richard HopeMr. Astley

Monica DolanAlice Astley

David WebberBill

Annie HulleyMrs. Astley

Peter Kelly

Peter KellyDavy Astley

Theresa Watson

Theresa WatsonMrs. Best

Benedict CumberbatchFreddy

Hugh BonnevilleRalph Banner

Milly Gregory

Milly GregoryMary

Johnny VegasGully Sutherland

David SpinxRough Man

Dean Lennox KellyTony Reeves

Jim McManusTricky Reeves

David SimeonMiddle-Aged Gent

Eleanor McCready

Eleanor McCreadyTramp Lady

William Sleigh

William SleighBarber

Tilly VosburghMrs. Milne

Daniel MaysJimmy Burns

Heather Dickinson

Heather DickinsonGrace Milne

Sam Graham

Sam GrahamMan at Mrs. Milne's

Louis Alderton

Louis AldertonBaby Cyril

Bernice StegersMrs. Denby

Paul ReadyRenter Alice

John BoweWalter Bliss

Edward Clayton

Edward ClaytonRough Customer

Angela CurranMrs. Sykes

Diane BeckAnnie Price

Alexei SayleCharles Frobisher

Janet HenfreyMrs. Jex

Alex KellyGay Girl

Sara StockbridgeDickie

Janet Fullerlove

Janet FullerloveElsie

Di BotcherWoman with Cigar

Carl ChaseCorder

Nick BartlettDrunk Man

Sarah CrowdenWoman with Pipe

Michael Kilgarriff

Michael KilgarriffMusic Hall Chairman

Creators

Sarah WatersNovel

Andrew DaviesCreator, Screenplay

Tipping the Velvet Videos

Tipping the Velvet | A Backstage Visit | BritBox

Tipping the Velvet | A Backstage Visit | BritBox

Info about Tipping the Velvet

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Drama, Romance

Tipping the Velvet: Where to Watch Online in United Kingdom?

Currently, you have the opportunity to watch "Tipping the Velvet" by streaming it on the following platforms: ITV Player, Britbox UK, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime) or alternatively, you can enjoy it completely free of charge with advertisements on the following platforms: UKTV Play, ITV Player. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "Tipping the Velvet" on the following digital platforms: AppleTV, Amazon.