Trending Now - PBS Revives 'the Forsytes' With a Modern Twist

WHO:

PBS Masterpiece

Debbie Horsfield (adapter of the series)

John Galsworthy (author of the original novels)

WHAT:

The series is titled “The Forsytes.”

“The Forsytes” is based on John Galsworthy’s novels known collectively as “The Forsyte Saga.”

The narrative revolves around themes of love, ambition, and duty.

The series follows four generations of the Forsyte family.

WHERE:

The setting of the series is late 19th-century London.

WHEN:

The series is set in the late 19th century.

WHY:

The adaptation aims to provide a modern twist on a classic family drama for contemporary audiences.

HOW:

The series is adapted for television by Debbie Horsfield.

(UPDATED March 22, 2026 19:13 UTC)

PBS Masterpiece has announced a new series titled “The Forsytes,” adapted for television by Debbie Horsfield and based on John Galsworthy’s novels known as “The Forsyte Saga.” Set in late 19th-century London, the narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and duty, following four generations of the Forsyte family. This adaptation aims to provide a modern twist on a classic family drama, making it relevant for contemporary audiences.