Watch The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Helen has provided Gilbert with her diary when he accuses her of loving Lawrence. He uncovers her past marriage to a selfish and manipulating man named Arthur Huntingdon. Huntingdon's friends frequently engage in drunken revels at the family's home while the brother of Helen's friend, vies for her affections. Arthur encouragement to drink and swear at-- is the last straw for Helen.

Mrs. Helen Graham arrives at Wildfell Hall, a nearby old mansion. A source of curiosity for the small community, the reticent Helen and her young son Arthur are slowly drawn into the social circles of the village. With gossip flying, Gilbert Markham is led to believe that his friend, Mr. Lawrence is courting Mrs. Graham. At a chance meeting, a jealous Gilbert assaults Lawrence.