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Martin Chuzzlewit

“Martin Chuzzlewit is a wealthy old man. But who will inherit his riches?”

Series Overview

Old Martin Chuzzlewit is nearing his death. Who will inherit his riches? With such a prize to play for, the Chuzzlewit family bring forth all of their cunning, greed and selfishness.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 6 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

1994 – 1994

Premiered: Mon, Nov 7, 1994

Created By
David Lodge

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Dec 12, 1994

Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”

Final episode of the adaptation of the Dicken's novel. Jonas is still hounded by Montague Tigg. He constructs an elaborate alibi before travelling to Wiltshire and under cover of darkness, he waylays Tigg and murders him. Back in London, Jonas is accused of the murder of his father, but Chuffey reveals that Anthony knew he intended to kill him and that he died of a broken heart on discovering his son's plot. Tom Pinch finds that his mysterious benefactor is none other than Old Martin Chuzzlewit who now seeks Tom's help to call a family conference. When Nadgett and the police come to arrest Jonas for the murder of Tigg he commits suicide rather than face a trial.

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Pedr James

Screenplay & Story

David Lodge, Charles Dickens

Original Score & Music

Geoffrey Burgeon

Director of Photography

John Kenway

Film Editing

John Rosser, Dawn Trotman

Producers

Michael Wearing, Rebecca Eaton, Chris Parr

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Charles Dickens

Department Leadership Roster

Chris Parr

Producer

Pedr James

Director

David Lodge

Writer

John Kenway

Director of Photography

Gavin Davies

Production Design

Ashley Wilkinson

Production Design

Jeremy Turner

Costume Design

Delphine Roche-Gordon

Costume Design

John Rosser

Editor

Dawn Trotman

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Martin Chuzzlewit

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What is Martin Chuzzlewit about?

Old Martin Chuzzlewit is nearing his death. Who will inherit his riches? With such a prize to play for, the Chuzzlewit family bring forth all of their cunning, greed and selfishness.

How many seasons does Martin Chuzzlewit have?

Martin Chuzzlewit comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Martin Chuzzlewit?

Key cast members in Martin Chuzzlewit include Paul Scofield, Keith Allen, Tom Wilkinson, Emma Chambers, Philip Franks.

Who created or directed Martin Chuzzlewit?

Martin Chuzzlewit was developed and directed by Pedr James.