The Old Curiosity Shop
Series Overview
The Old Curiosity Shop is a 1979 BBC miniseries based on the novel by Charles Dickens. It was directed by Julian Amyes, and adapted by William Trevor. A kindly shop owner whose overwhelming gambling debts allow a greedy landlord to seize his shop of dusty treasures. Evicted and with no way to pay his debts, he and his granddaughter flee.
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1 Season • 9 Episodes
30 min per episode
1979 – 1980
Premiered: Sun, Dec 9, 1979
Charles DickensLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “Episode 9”
Kit has been framed by Quilp and thrown into jail. His plight is brought to the attention of Mr Witherden by Swiveller. The Single Gentleman finally tracks down Nell and her grandfather.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Dickens
Alistair Bell, Charles Dickens
Carl Davis
Barry Letts
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Letts
Producer
Michael Edwards
Production Design
Joyce Hawkins
Costume Design
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What is The Old Curiosity Shop about?
The Old Curiosity Shop is a 1979 BBC miniseries based on the novel by Charles Dickens. It was directed by Julian Amyes, and adapted by William Trevor. A kindly shop owner whose overwhelming gambling debts allow a greedy landlord to seize his shop of dusty treasures. Evicted and with no way to pay his debts, he and his granddaughter flee.
How many seasons does The Old Curiosity Shop have?
The Old Curiosity Shop comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Old Curiosity Shop?
Key cast members in The Old Curiosity Shop include Sebastian Shaw, Natalie Ogle, Trevor Peacock, Granville Saxton.
Who created or directed The Old Curiosity Shop?
The Old Curiosity Shop was developed and directed by Charles Dickens.