There’s not much more we love than a brilliant autumn TV schedule – unless, of course, it’s a brilliant autumn TV schedule that shines a spotlight on women in a big way.

With that in mind, then, we’ve found the very best female-led dramas coming to our TV screens over the next few months. All that’s left for you to do, dear reader, is source some scrummy seasonal snacks (we’re all about pumpkin spiced everything right now, if it helps), pour yourself a mug of hot chocolate, grab a warm blanket, and snuggle up on the sofa.

Trust us: it’s going to be one hell of a ride.

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9 brilliant autumn TV dramas that put women front and centre