Great Expectations
1998, English. Directed by Alfonso Cuarón.
Let desire be your destiny.
Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 732 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Great Expectations
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Cast & crew
- Alfonso CuarónDirector
- Ethan HawkeFinnegan Bell
- Gwyneth PaltrowEstella
- Hank AzariaWalter Plane
- Chris CooperJoe
- Anne BancroftMs. Dinsmoor
- Robert De NiroPrisoner / Lustig
- Josh MostelJerry Ragno
- Kim DickensMaggie
- Nell CampbellErica Thall
- Gabriel MannOwen
- Jeremy KissnerFinnegan at Age 10
- Raquel BeaudeneEstella at Age 10
Details
- Released
- 30 January 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mitch Glazer
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $55M
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What Great Expectations is based on
Great Expectations is based on Great Expectations, an 1861 serialized fiction by Charles Dickens.
Serialized fiction · 1861
Great Expectations
By Charles Dickens
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Great Expectations: quick answers
Is Great Expectations worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 732 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Great Expectations?
Great Expectations runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Great Expectations have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Great Expectations. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Great Expectations parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Great Expectations is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Great Expectations on?
Great Expectations isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Great Expectations?
If you liked Great Expectations, try Love & Sex, Ruby Sparks, He Said, She Said.
Who directed Great Expectations?
Great Expectations (1998) was directed by Alfonso Cuarón and stars Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria.
What is Great Expectations based on?
Great Expectations is based on Great Expectations, an 1861 serialized fiction by Charles Dickens.