David Copperfield (1974) | Episode 4

Based on David Copperfield by Charles Dickens

David, articled to a law firm, has fallen in love with Dora, his employer's daughter. Steerforth has been introduced to the Peggotty family by David and has repaid him by running off with Emily.

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Licence: ERA Licence required

Content
  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC One
  • Duration: 52'53''
  • Broadcast date: 1974
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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