Comedy

A fresh and distinctive take on Charles Dickens’ semi-autobiographical masterpiece, The Personal History of David Copperfield, set in the 1840s, chronicles the life of its iconic title character as he navigates a chaotic world to find his elusive place within it. From his unhappy childhood to the discovery of his gift as a storyteller and writer, David’s journey is by turns hilarious and tragic, but always full of life, colour and humanity.

"From rags to riches... and back again."

Credits

Dev PatelDavid Copperfield

Peter CapaldiMr. Micawber

Ben WhishawUriah Heep

Tilda SwintonBetsey Trotwood

Gwendoline ChristieJane Murdstone