Martin Freeman & Jim Broadbent Set For Dickensian Christmas Ghost Story ‘The Bride’s Chamber’ At The BBC

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EXCLUSIVE: Two of Britain’s top actors will pair up in the latest BBC Christmas ghost story special, The Bride’s Chamber.

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  • Reported by Deadline and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:30:00 UTC.

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