David Copperfield

A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships. Initially broadcast on BBC One from January to April 1966, only nine of the thirteen episodes are believed to still exist.

Drama

Seasons

1. Early Days

Air Date: 1966-01-16

In which David meets new friends but is disturbed by his homecoming.

2. The New Home

Air Date: 1966-01-23

In which David is sent away to school but hears bad news from home.

3. The Long Journey

Air Date: 1966-01-30

In which the Micawbers give David friendly advice and he resolves to travel.

4. Distant Relations

Air Date: 1966-02-06

In which David tells his story and Betsey Trotwood arranges a momentous interview.

5. Old Acquaintances

Air Date: 1966-02-13

In which David revisits his childhood haunts and Steerforth buys a boat.

6. The Bachelor Party

Air Date: 1966-02-20

In which David chooses a profession but ignores a warning.

7. Courtship

Air Date: 1966-02-27

In which David is concerned with affairs of the heart but saddened by the treachery of an old friend.

8. The Proposal

Air Date: 1966-03-06

In which Betsey Trotwood faces trouble and David finds that one profession is not enough.

9. Domestic Tangles

Air Date: 1966-03-13

In which the Copperfields entertain and something turns up at last for Mr. Micawber.

10. Toll of the Sea

Air Date: 1966-03-20

In which there is a storm at sea and a long journey ends.

11. 'Umble Aspirations

Air Date: 1966-03-27

In which David is angered by false humility and surprised by Betsey Trotwood's revelations.

12. Fortunes Restored

Air Date: 1966-04-03

In which Mr. Micawber exposes a series of crimes and David suffers a grievous loss.

13. Home at Last

Air Date: 1966-04-10

In which David embarks on a long journey and a blind beggar shows him the way.

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Rating

5.0/10

Release Date

1966-01-16

Episodes

13 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Production Companies

BBC