David Copperfield_
"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.
Starring
Hugh Dancy, Max Dolbey, Sarah Smart
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
David Copperfield was released 25 years ago in 2001.
Overview
A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships.
David Copperfield is a TV Movie, Drama film with a runtime of 3h 0m.
CAST (20)
Hugh Dancy
David Copperfield
MD
Max Dolbey
Young David
Sarah Smart
Clara Copperfield
Sally Field
Betsey Trotwood
Murray Melvin
Dr Edward Chillip
Judy Cornwell
Clara Peggotty
Freddie Jones
Barkis
Anthony Andrews
Edward Murdstone
Eileen Atkins
Jane Murdstone
Nigel Davenport
Daniel Peggotty
Andrew Grainger
Ham Peggotty
PR
Phyllis Ryan
Mrs Gummidge
Peter Woodthorpe
Creakle
TO
Terence Orr
Tungay
Paul Bettany
James Steerforth
CW
Charles Wyn-Davies
Young Tommy
Michael Richards
Wilkins Micawber
Lesley Manville
Emma Micawber
Dudley Sutton
Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'
Edward Hardwicke
Wickfield
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is David Copperfield about?
A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships.
How long is David Copperfield?
David Copperfield has a runtime of 180 minutes (3h 0m).
Who stars in David Copperfield?
The cast of David Copperfield includes Hugh Dancy, Max Dolbey, Sarah Smart, Sally Field, Murray Melvin.
What is the rating of David Copperfield?
David Copperfield has a rating of 6.2 out of 10 based on 23 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
TV Movie
Drama