We Asked Ben Lloyd-Hughes Of "Sanditon" To Rank The Most Iconic Period Drama Heartthrobs Ever, And His Takes Are... Interesting

Sam Cleal: Hi Ben! How are you doing?

Ben Lloyd-Hughes: I'm doing pretty well, thanks!

SC: How are you feeling about Sanditon coming to an end?

BLH: It's very poignant and emotional. It's been like one of those things where you know something's come to an end, and you're kind of reluctant to watch that final bit because you know that when you do, that's it. Obviously it came out in America first and now it's in the UK, and that's been nice because it's been slightly drawn out and everyone can appreciate it at different times.

I'll always be really fond of the job and everything it meant – the character and the people. So it's more of a smile because it happened, rather than cry because it's over thing, you know? I just hope everyone enjoys it!

SC: Absolutely! That's so lovely. Now, I'd love to play a sort of game with you if that's okay?

BLH: Okay...

SC: You're aware that Colbourne has now become a certified leading man heartthrob in the period drama genre, of course. Well, I'd like you to blind rank some other heartthrobs according to your own opinion, how does that sound?

BLH: It sounds like career suicide, honestly.

SC: But you're up for it?

BLH: Oh yes, let's do it!

Do you agree with Ben's ranking? Perhaps there's someone we missed out? Or are you just gutted that Sanditon is over? Whatever you're feeling, sound off the comments!

And peace out, Sanditon sisterhood! <3 <3

Bonus – I asked Ben what he was up to next, specifically, his work on So Long, Marianne...

BLH: Oh my god, I didn't even think anyone was following that, wow. Amazing! Well, it's a drama about Leonard Cohen, and I'm playing Allen Ginsberg. Alex Wolff is playing Cohen. We filmed it on this real Greek island that Leonard lived on for a certain period years, and I had a great time with a fantastic team of people. I have this big fake beard for the role; I'm really looking forward to it coming out!