David Copperfield (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1999, David Copperfield is a drama and tv movie film directed by Simon Curtis, running about 180 minutes. “A gentle orphan discovers life and love in an indifferent adult world.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Charles Dickens' haunting semi-autobiographical tale of a boy who is sent away by his stepfather after his mother dies but manages to triumph over incredible adversities.
Who’s in it. David Copperfield stars Daniel Radcliffe as Young David, Trevor Eve as Murdstone, Pauline Quirke as Peggotty and Laura Harling as Little Emily, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, David Copperfield sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch David Copperfield page.
If you liked it. Fans of David Copperfield tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch David Copperfield (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for David Copperfield change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is David Copperfield worth watching?
- David Copperfield holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in David Copperfield?
- David Copperfield stars Daniel Radcliffe, Trevor Eve, Pauline Quirke, Laura Harling and Zoë Wanamaker.
- When was David Copperfield released?
- David Copperfield was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.