The 2003 mini-series of "The Mayor of Casterbridge" stars James Cromwell as Michael Henchard, a wealthy and respected grain merchant who becomes the mayor of Casterbridge. However, his seemingly perfect life is built on a lie. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Henchard's past is marred by a tragedy that has haunted him for years. The series masterfully weaves together themes of guilt, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
The Region 1 (US) DVD often lacks English SDH (Subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing). The Region 2 (UK) DVD sometimes has them, but they are burned in (hard-coded) and cannot be turned off. This forces digital archivists to seek external files. Mayor Of Casterbridge The 2003 Subtitles
Despite technical complaints, the acting is universally praised: Ciarán Hinds: The 2003 mini-series of "The Mayor of Casterbridge"