Outrageous: The Scandalous Story of the Mitford Sisters Unfolds on BritBox
Let me tell you about one of the most outrageous and fascinating shows you’ll watch this year — and yes, it’s fittingly titled Outrageous . Streaming now on BritBox, this dramatized series dives into the real-life story of the infamous Mitford sisters — a group of aristocratic British siblings who somehow managed to embody every controversial ideology and extreme personality of the 20th century. This isn’t just period drama — it’s like watching a soap opera based on shocking, actual history.
The show kicks off in 1931 and takes us through the pre-WWII years of a family torn apart not just by politics, but by love, betrayal, fame, and ideology. Narrated by the clever, razor-sharp Nancy Mitford (played brilliantly by Bessie Carter), Outrageous doesn’t just recount a family's descent into division — it throws you into the heart of it.
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What makes this story truly wild is how different each sister turned out. You’ve got Diana, the beauty who leaves her wealthy husband to become the mistress (and eventually wife) of Oswald Mosley, the leader of the British Union of Fascists. Yes — that Oswald Mosley. Her little sister Unity takes it even further, developing a disturbing friendship with Adolf Hitler. She eventually shoots herself in the head when war breaks out. Seriously.
Then there’s Jessica, who runs in the complete opposite direction. She becomes a devoted Communist, runs off to the Spanish Civil War, and later, fights for civil rights in America. Pamela keeps a lower profile, living a quiet country life, while Deborah ends up a Duchess. Meanwhile, Nancy writes about them all — sometimes cruelly, always honestly — turning her family drama into bestselling satire.
It’s almost impossible to believe they all came from the same house. Their father famously said to their mother, “I’m normal, you’re normal — but each of these girls is more perverse than the other.” That line might sound harsh, but honestly? After watching this show, it feels like an understatement.
The brilliance of Outrageous is in how it captures both the glamour and the horror of the Mitford saga. You get gorgeous costumes, jazz soundtracks, and witty dialogue — but also fascism, war, betrayal, and tragedy. It’s hauntingly relevant, especially in a world where political divides still fracture families. Somehow, despite everything, the Mitford sisters remained bound by blood — even if many couldn’t bear to be in the same room.
It’s history told through the lens of drama, with real stakes, real consequences, and characters who are impossible to forget. Whether you’re in it for the politics, the fashion, or just the absolutely jaw-dropping family dynamics — Outrageous lives up to its name in every possible way.
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