David Copperfield

1966 - 1966

Early Days

16th January 1966

Episode 1

In which David meets new friends but is disturbed by his homecoming.

The New Home

23rd January 1966

Episode 2

In which David is sent away to school but hears bad news from home.

The Long Journey

30th January 1966

Episode 3

In which the Micawbers give David friendly advice and he resolves to travel.

Distant Relations

6th February 1966

Episode 4

In which David tells his story and Betsey Trotwood arranges a momentous interview.

Old Acquaintances

13th February 1966

Episode 5

In which David revisits his childhood haunts and Steerforth buys a boat.

The Bachelor Party

20th February 1966

Episode 6

In which David chooses a profession but ignores a warning.

Courtship

27th February 1966

Episode 7

In which David is concerned with affairs of the heart but saddened by the treachery of an old friend.

The Proposal

Episode 8

In which Betsey Trotwood faces trouble and David finds that one profession is not enough.

Domestic Tangles

13th March 1966

Episode 9

In which the Copperfields entertain and something turns up at last for Mr. Micawber.

Toll of the Sea

20th March 1966

Episode 10

In which there is a storm at sea and a long journey ends.

'Umble Aspirations

27th March 1966

Episode 11

In which David is angered by false humility and surprised by Betsey Trotwood's revelations.

Fortunes Restored

Episode 12

In which Mr. Micawber exposes a series of crimes and David suffers a grievous loss.

Home at Last

10th April 1966

Episode 13

In which David embarks on a long journey and a blind beggar shows him the way.

Top Cast

Director

Joan Craft

Writer

Vincent Tilsley

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.

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Charles Dickens Image

Charles Dickens

Novel

John Hotchkis

Music

Vincent Tilsley

Writer

Joan Craft

Director

Stephen Bundy

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