David Copperfield
2001, English. Directed by Peter Medak.
An orphan with a rough childhood becomes a barrister.
A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships.
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- 3h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Peter MedakDirector
- Hugh DancyDavid Copperfield
- Max DolbeyYoung David
- Sarah SmartClara Copperfield
- Sally FieldBetsey Trotwood
- Murray MelvinDr Edward Chillip
- Judy CornwellClara Peggotty
- Freddie JonesBarkis
- Anthony AndrewsEdward Murdstone
- Eileen AtkinsJane Murdstone
- Nigel DavenportDaniel Peggotty
- Andrew GraingerHam Peggotty
- Phyllis RyanMrs Gummidge
Details
- Released
- 25 December 2001
- Country
- Ireland, United States of America
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What David Copperfield is based on
David Copperfield is based on David Copperfield, an 1850 novel by Charles Dickens, published by Bradbury and Evans.
Novel · 1850
David Copperfield
By Charles Dickens
Published by Bradbury and Evans
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How long is David Copperfield?
David Copperfield runs 180 minutes (3h 0m).
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Which OTT platform is David Copperfield on?
David Copperfield isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 December 2001. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like David Copperfield?
If you liked David Copperfield, try Anne of Green Gables, Love You to Death, Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story.
Who directed David Copperfield?
David Copperfield (2001) was directed by Peter Medak and stars Hugh Dancy, Max Dolbey, Sarah Smart.
What is David Copperfield based on?
David Copperfield is based on David Copperfield, an 1850 novel by Charles Dickens, published by Bradbury and Evans.