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‘Clueless’ is a creative take on ‘Emma’, starring Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz. The spoiled schoolgirl learns about romance and betrayal in this cult comedy.

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‘Clueless’ doesn’t replicate the story of ‘Emma,’ but uses a contemporary setting to tackle the themes of youth and confused romance.  

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A TV series inspired by the eponymous film also followed Cher's character, but this time played by Rachel Blanchard. Stacey Dash, Brittany Murphy, and Donald Faison all reprised their roles, and the show ran three seasons. 

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'Pride and Prejudice' has so many adaptations, it’s easy to get lost. The 1995 BBC series is a great place to start. Jennifer Ehle stars as Elizabeth Bennet.

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With a script faithful to the book and near-perfect performances, this mini-series is a great way to get into Jane Austen. Colin Firth is an audience favourite as the complex Mr. Darcy.

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This film is perfect for those looking for a classic Hollywood adaptation. Laurence Olivier and Greer Garson star as Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet, respectively.

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The film does a great job of interpreting Jane Austen’s signature humour. Laurence Olivier performs with a cold wit and pride.

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‘Bridget Jones’s Diary’ is a loose adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice.' Renée Zellweger stars as a clumsy take on Elizabeth Bennet.

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Jones has the tough choice between Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) and her boss, Daniel Cleaver (Hugh Grant).

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‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ (2016) -

This comedy is a polarising choice for fans of Austen. The film follows the Bennet sisters as they're tasked with battling zombies and managing marriages.

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It is anchored by an all-star cast. Lily James, Sam Riley, and Matt Smith all feature.

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‘Bride and Prejudice’ (2004) -

‘Bride and Prejudice’ is a Bollywood spin on ‘Pride and Prejudice.’ The story follows Lalita Bakshi (played by (Aishwarya Rai Bachchan) and her unmarried sisters.

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Bakshi crosses paths with William Darcy (Martin Henderson) and mayhem ensues as East meets West.

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‘Pride & Prejudice’ (2005) -

Keira Knightley gives a great performance as Liz Bennet in this version, where she stars opposite Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Darcy.

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The film faithfully follows the novel’s speech and story with a hilarious script and a stunning ensemble cast.

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‘Emma’ (1996) -

For a more traditional take on ‘Emma’, try the 1996 adaptation. Gwyneth Paltrow plays the title character, a natural-born matchmaker with little time for herself.

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Alan Cumming joins Paltrow as Mr Elton, who gives Emma an important chance for true romance.

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‘Sense and Sensibility’ (1995) -

This version was a hit on its release. Emma Thompson and Hugh Grant star.

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Ang Lee was an exciting choice as the film’s director. Thompson sent him the script, and the ‘Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon’ director got to work.

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‘Mansfield Park’ follows Fanny Price (Frances O’Connor, centre) as she navigates complicated relationships with a series of suitors.

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Frances O’Connor and Alessandro Nivola have great on-screen chemistry as Fanny Price and Henry Crawford.

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‘Persuasion’ (1995) -

‘Persuasion’ may be a lesser-known Austen novel but this 1995 adaptation does it justice. Amanda Root stars as Anne Elliot in her feature film debut.

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She’s joined by Ciarán Hinds as Frederick Wentworth. The film follows Elliot’s life after she rejects a marriage proposal from Wentworth.

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'Northanger Abbey' (2007) -

One of Jane Austen’s first novel is brought to life masterfully. Felicity Jones plays Catherine Morland, a witty teenager who gets involved in a love triangle.

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JJ Feild stars as Henry Tilney, a clergyman and Morland’s love interest.  

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‘Love & Friendship’ (2016) -

‘Love & Friendship’ is a more recent addition to this list, based on Austen’s short novel ‘Lady Susan.’ Kate Beckinsale plays the titular character, a widow who longs for a new husband.

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Xavier Samuel joins Beckinsale as Reginald DeCourcy, a man who warms to Lady Susan’s flirtatious ways.

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‘Becoming Jane’ (2007) -

‘Becoming Jane’ isn’t based on Austen’s books, but her life itself, with Anne Hathaway as the revered novelist.

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In the film, Austen tries to get her start as a novelist. Eventually, she crosses paths with Thomas Lefroy (James McAvoy), a promising lawyer with a bad reputation.

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‘From Prada to Nada’ (2011) - The American rom-com puts a unique twist on the story of ‘Sense and Sensibility.’

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The story follows two spoiled sisters (Camilla Belle and Alexa PenaVega) who move from Mexico to Los Angeles. Wilmer Valderrama joins as Bruno, the dreamy boy next door.

See also: Movies you had no idea were based off Shakespeare plays

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