After a haunting encounter with a woman dressed all in white, drawing master Walter Hartright is struck by a startling resemblance between her and his beautiful new pupil Laura Fairlie.
Laura is forced to set aside her love for Walter and marry Sir Percival, whose character takes a dark turn. Marian finds herself drawn to his enigmatic friend, Count Fosco.
Sir Percival goes to violent lengths to get his hands on Laura's fortune, while Marian starts to suspect there might be something sinister behind Count Fosco's charming facade.
Count Fosco and Sir Percival's plan is set in motion with tragic consequences. Marian and Walter make a horrifying discovery as they seek justice for Laura.
Mrs. Catherick hints at an irregularity with Sir Percival's parentage leading Marian and Walter to the church where his birth was registered. The baronet goes to desperate lengths to stop them.
