Oliver Twist
“A Compelling New Version of the Great Victorian Classic”
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
- Clive Donner
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Dickens, James Goldman
- Original Title
- Oliver Twist
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Norman Rosemont Productions, Claridge Productions, Grafton Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clive Donner
Charles Dickens, James Goldman
Department Leadership Roster
Clive Donner
Director
James Goldman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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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 Clive Donner.
Who stars in Oliver Twist?
The principal cast of Oliver Twist includes George C. Scott, Tim Curry, Richard Charles, Michael Hordern, Timothy West.
When was Oliver Twist released and how long is it?
Oliver Twist was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Is Oliver Twist based on a book or true story?
Oliver Twist is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charles Dickens".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Oliver Twist?
Oliver Twist holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).