Episode 1Young Tom Jones was abandoned at birth and does not know his father. He falls in love with his rich, intelligent and beautiful neighbor Sophia. But Sophia's abusive grandfather, Tom's own adoptive father and a scheming cousin will prevent them from getting together.
Episode 2
E2
Episode 2Sophia has been promised to Tom's cousin, Blifil. But Tom and Sophia love each other, and when they are revealed in the middle of a kiss, Tom is thrown out of the house. Tom sets course for London - hotly pursued by Sophia, who runs away just before her wedding.
Episode 3
E3
Episode 3Tom is lured to a masquerade by an insatiable paramour; complications develop. Blifil and a loathsome lord try to compromise Sophia.
Episode 4
E4
Episode 4Tom’s letter to Lady Bellaston threatens to sink his prospects with Sophia. A swordfight puts him in even deeper trouble. A secret emerges.