David Copperfield (1974)

Duration: 53'24''

Synopsis

Part-autobiography, part-fiction, David Copperfield displays a narrative power and wealth of characterisation that he never surpassed. Dramatised in six parts by Hugh Whitemore.

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David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 1

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 1

1974 | 53'24''

Part-autobiography, part-fiction, David Copperfield displays a narrative power and wealth of characterisation that he never surpassed. D...

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 2

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 2

1974 | 52'20''

David's mother has died and his future rests in the hands of his stepfather, Mr. Murdstone, who has no love for him.

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 3

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 3

1974 | 52'26''

David has been adopted by his Aunt Betsey and educated at her expense. At a coach station he meets by chance his old friend and protecto...

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 4

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 4

1974 | 52'53''

David, articled to a law firm, has fallen in love with Dora, his employer's daughter. Steerforth has been introduced to the Peggotty fam...

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 5

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 5

1974 | 51'38''

David and Dora are married and leading a happy if chaotic life together. Uriah has been exploiting Mr. Wickfield, and David, learning of...

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 6

David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 6

1974 | 52'15''

Dora's health is causing grave concern. Em'ly, deserted by Steerforth, has returned to England. Steerforth's whereabouts remain a mystery.
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