Great Expectations_
"A classic tale reimagined."
Orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr. Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman. Reunited with his childhood patron, Miss Havisham, and his first love, the beautiful but emotionally cold Estella, he discovers that the elderly spinster has gone mad from having been left at the altar as a young woman, and has made her charge into a warped, unfeeling heartbreaker.
Created By
Steven Knight
Network
BBC One
Episodes
6
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
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Overview
Great Expectations has 1 season with 6 episodes spanning 2023.
Olivia Colman →
Year context
Great Expectations first aired 3 years ago in 2023.
CAST (9)
SEASONS (1 season, 6 episodes)
SEASON 1Miniseries
01
Episode 1
Pip, an orphan who yearns for a greater lot in life, has a chance encounter with escaped convict Magwitch that sets him on an unexpected…
02
Episode 2
While Pip continues his education with Miss Havisham, he grows increasingly attached to her daughter Estella. In the city of London, the corrupt and powerful…
03
Episode 3
Having left his life in Gravesend, Pip has a brutal introduction to London, working for Mr. Jaggers. Meanwhile Estella discovers a plan of Miss Havisham’s.
04
Episode 4
As London life begins to take its toll, Pip’s immoral work with Jaggers brings Estella back into this life.
05
Episode 5
Pip’s past comes back to haunt him as he wonders if he will ever take control of his own destiny.
06
Episode 6
As Pip and Jaggers’ plans come to a head, Miss Havisham finally comes face to face with her demons and Estella at last tries to…
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
6
Episodes
58 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Steven Knight
Showrunner
Ridley Scott
Showrunner
Tom Hardy
Showrunner
David W. Zucker
NETWORKS (2)
BBC One
Hulu
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
Episode Length
58 min/ep
Language
English
Country
Rating
5.7/10 (39 votes)
Popularity
15
IMDB
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Great Expectations about?
Orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr. Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman. Reunited with his childhood patron, Miss Havisham, and his first love, the beautiful but emotionally cold Estella, he discovers that the elderly spinster has gone mad from having been left at the altar as a young woman, and has made her charge into a warped, unfeeling heartbreaker.
Where can I watch Great Expectations?
Great Expectations is available on Disney+, VI movies and tv, Hulu. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Great Expectations have?
Great Expectations has 1 season with 6 episodes total.
Who created Great Expectations?
Great Expectations was created by Steven Knight.
Who stars in Great Expectations?
The cast of Great Expectations includes Olivia Colman, Fionn Whitehead, Ashley Thomas, Johnny Harris, Shalom Brune-Franklin.
What is the rating of Great Expectations?
Great Expectations has a rating of 5.7 out of 10 based on 39 votes on TMDB.
Is Great Expectations still running?
Great Expectations has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Drama
