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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.
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Episodes
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- E1 Early DaysNext upJan 16, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David meets new friends but is disturbed by his homecoming.
Guest stars: Christopher Guard (David Copperfield), Sheila Shand Gibbs (Clara Copperfield), Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Richard Leech (Edward Murdstone), Joss Ackland (Daniel Peggotty), Suzanne Togni (Little Emily), Basil Moss (Ham Peggotty), Olga Lindo (Mrs Gummidge)
- E2 The New HomeJan 23, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David is sent away to school but hears bad news from home.
Guest stars: Christopher Guard (David Copperfield), Sheila Shand Gibbs (Clara Copperfield), Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Richard Leech (Edward Murdstone), Gordon Gostelow (Barkis), Joan Peart (Jane Murdstone), Barry Justice (James Steerforth), Tony Caunter (Tungay)
- E3 The Long JourneyJan 30, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which the Micawbers give David friendly advice and he resolves to travel.
Guest stars: Christopher Guard (David Copperfield), Richard Leech (Edward Murdstone), Joan Peart (Jane Murdstone), Bill Fraser (Wilkins Micawber), Eleanor Summerfield (Emma Micawber), Patrick Troughton (Pawnbroker), Stewart Guidotti (Mick Walker), Larry Hamilton (Mealy Potatoes)
- E4 Distant RelationsFeb 6, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David tells his story and Betsey Trotwood arranges a momentous interview.
Guest stars: Christopher Guard (David Copperfield), Richard Leech (Edward Murdstone), Joan Peart (Jane Murdstone), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Colin Jeavons (Uriah Heep), Sally Thomsett (Agnes Wickfield), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick')
- E5 Old AcquaintancesFeb 13, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David revisits his childhood haunts and Steerforth buys a boat.
Guest stars: Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Basil Moss (Ham Peggotty), Olga Lindo (Mrs Gummidge), Gordon Gostelow (Barkis), Barry Justice (James Steerforth), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield)
- E6 The Bachelor PartyFeb 20, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David chooses a profession but ignores a warning.
Guest stars: Bill Fraser (Wilkins Micawber), Eleanor Summerfield (Emma Micawber), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Hannah Gordon (Agnes Wickfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow), Clive Francis (Tommy Traddles)
- E7 CourtshipFeb 27, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David is concerned with affairs of the heart but saddened by the treachery of an old friend.
Guest stars: Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Joss Ackland (Daniel Peggotty), Gordon Gostelow (Barkis), Colin Jeavons (Uriah Heep), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Hannah Gordon (Agnes Wickfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow), Clive Francis (Tommy Traddles)
- E8 The ProposalMar 6, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which Betsey Trotwood faces trouble and David finds that one profession is not enough.
Guest stars: Joss Ackland (Daniel Peggotty), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow), Clive Francis (Tommy Traddles)
- E9 Domestic TanglesMar 13, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which the Copperfields entertain and something turns up at last for Mr. Micawber.
Guest stars: Eleanor Summerfield (Emma Micawber), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Hannah Gordon (Agnes Wickfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow), Clive Francis (Tommy Traddles)
- E10 Toll of the SeaMar 20, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which there is a storm at sea and a long journey ends.
Guest stars: Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Joss Ackland (Daniel Peggotty), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow)
- E11 'Umble AspirationsMar 27, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David is angered by false humility and surprised by Betsey Trotwood's revelations.
Guest stars: Joss Ackland (Daniel Peggotty), Bill Fraser (Wilkins Micawber), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Colin Jeavons (Uriah Heep), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Hannah Gordon (Agnes Wickfield)
- E12 Fortunes RestoredApr 3, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which Mr. Micawber exposes a series of crimes and David suffers a grievous loss.
Guest stars: Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Colin Jeavons (Uriah Heep), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield), Hannah Gordon (Agnes Wickfield), Tina Packer (Dora Spenlow)
- E13 Home at LastApr 10, 1966 · 25 min
Synopsis
In which David embarks on a long journey and a blind beggar shows him the way.
Guest stars: Christopher Guard (David Copperfield), Lila Kaye (Clara Peggotty), Bill Fraser (Wilkins Micawber), Eleanor Summerfield (Emma Micawber), Flora Robson (Betsey Trotwood), Noel Johnson (Wickfield), George Benson (Richard Babley/'Mr Dick'), Ian McKellen (David Copperfield)
Cast & crew
Created by Campbell Logan
