TV The History of Tom Jones: A Foundling The History of Tom Jones: A Foundling 7/10 by 1 users Adaptation of the classic novel by Henry Fielding chronicling the life, loves and adventures of the charming Tom. Details Casts Posters Images Title The History of Tom Jones: A Foundling Alternative Titles The History of Tom Jones: A Foundling, Tom Jones First Air Date 1997-11-09 Last Air Date 1997-12-07 Number of Episodes 5 Number of Seasons 1 Genres Drama, Networks BBC One, Casts Brian Blessed, Max Beesley, Samantha Morton, John Sessions, Benjamin Whitrow, Ron Cook, Christopher Fulford, Richard Ridings, Frances de la Tour, James D'Arcy, Brian Pettifer Plot Keywords , Squire Western Brian Blessed Tom Jones Max Beesley Sophie Western Samantha Morton Henry Fielding John Sessions Squire Allworthy Benjamin Whitrow Benjamin Partridge Ron Cook Mr. Square Christopher Fulford Reverend Thwackum Richard Ridings Aunt Western Frances de la Tour Blifil James D'Arcy Parson Supple Brian Pettifer Honour Kathy Burke Mr, Dowling Sylvester McCoy Mrs, Fitzpatrick Michelle Fairley