Oliver Twist
Synopsis
An orphan endures a harsh life in a workhouse before fleeing to London, where he falls in with a gang of juvenile pickpockets led by the criminal Fagin, and eventually finds a better life, exposing the cruelties of poverty and child labor in Victorian England.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gareth Davies
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dickens, Alexander Baron
- Original Title
- Oliver Twist
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 6h 0m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gareth Davies
Charles Dickens, Alexander Baron
Mike Bloore
Terrance Dicks
Department Leadership Roster
Gareth Davies
Director
Alexander Baron
Writer
Terrance Dicks
Producer
Mike Bloore
Editor
Michael Edwards
Production Design
Al Barnett
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oliver Twist
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Oliver Twist about?
An orphan endures a harsh life in a workhouse before fleeing to London, where he falls in with a gang of juvenile pickpockets led by the criminal Fagin, and eventually finds a better life, exposing the cruelties of poverty and child labor in Victorian England.
Who directed Oliver Twist?
Oliver Twist was directed by Gareth Davies.
Who stars in Oliver Twist?
The principal cast of Oliver Twist includes Eric Porter, Ben Rodska, Michael Attwell, Amanda Harris, Lysette Anthony.
When was Oliver Twist released and how long is it?
Oliver Twist was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 6h 0m.
Is Oliver Twist based on a book or true story?
Oliver Twist is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".