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Tipping the Velvet

1520021 seasonAndrew Davies
IMDb 7.7

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A tempestuous tale of love and life as a naïve girl discovers both romance and pain in the hidden, decadent world of bohemian London in the 1890s. Nan Astley embarks on a voyage of emotional and sexual discovery with Kitty Butler, a music hall male impersonator.

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Based On Novel Or BookVictorian EnglandLesbian RelationshipMiniseriesPeriod Drama19th CenturyMale ImpersonatorDramaticBriskEuphoric

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tipping the Velvet (2002) about?

A tempestuous tale of love and life as a naïve girl discovers both romance and pain in the hidden, decadent world of bohemian London in the 1890s. Nan Astley embarks on a voyage of emotional and sexual discovery with Kitty Butler, a music hall male impersonator.

Who stars in Tipping the Velvet?

Tipping the Velvet stars Rachael Stirling (Nan Astley), Keeley Hawes (Kitty Butler). The series was created by Andrew Davies.

How many seasons does Tipping the Velvet have?

Tipping the Velvet has 1 seasons. There are 3 episodes in total.

Is Tipping the Velvet worth watching?

Tipping the Velvet holds an IMDb rating of 7.7/10. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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