Captain George Bryan Brummell is a British soldier who appreciates fine clothing and innovative dress. Although he initially alienates the Prince of Wales with insulting comments about the prince's uniform designs, he eventually becomes his close confidant. Brummel also falls in love with the beautiful Lady Patricia Belham. However, his outspoken manner eventually leads to his being exiled to France.
James Donald
Lord Edwin Mercer

James Hayter
Mortimer

Rosemary Harris
Mrs. Fitzherbert

Paul Rogers
William Pitt