Little Dorrit (2008) | Episode 3
Based on Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens
Flintwinch taunts Arthur's mother about the mystery at the heart of the House of Clennam, while Amy discovers that 'a gentleman' has paid off her brother's debts, and Arthur is invited to Twickenham to renew his acquaintance with the lovely Pet Meagles.
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- Type: Adaptation
- Channel: BBC One
- Duration: 29'47''
- Broadcast date: 2008
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
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