A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships. Initially broadcast on BBC One from January to April 1966, only nine of the thirteen episodes are believed to still exist.
1 season · 13 episodes
Early Days
Jan 16, 196625 min
In which David meets new friends but is disturbed by his homecoming.
The New Home
Jan 23, 196625 min
In which David is sent away to school but hears bad news from home.
The Long Journey
Jan 30, 196625 min
In which the Micawbers give David friendly advice and he resolves to travel.
Distant Relations
Feb 6, 196625 min
In which David tells his story and Betsey Trotwood arranges a momentous interview.
Old Acquaintances
Feb 13, 196625 min
In which David revisits his childhood haunts and Steerforth buys a boat.
The Bachelor Party
Feb 20, 196625 min
In which David chooses a profession but ignores a warning.
Ian McKellen
David Copperfield
Flora Robson
Betsey Trotwood
Tina Packer
Dora Spenlow
Lila Kaye
Clara Peggotty
Hannah Gordon
Agnes Wickfield
Noel Johnson
Wickfield
George Benson
Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'
Clive Francis
Tommy Traddles
Christopher Guard
David Copperfield
Joss Ackland
Daniel Peggotty
Richard Leech
Edward Murdstone
Gordon Gostelow
Barkis
