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Great Expectations

1981Show1 season13 episodes

Drama
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8

Summary

Orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr. Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman.

Good for

  • Teens
  • Binge-friendly
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Great Expectations episodes

1 season · 13 episodes

  1. S1 E1 Episode One, 6.6
  2. S1 E2 Episode Two: Part 1, 5.8
  3. S1 E3 Episode Two: Part 2, 6.2
  4. S1 E4 Episode Three, 5.8

Cast

7 of 7 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Julian Amyes
Written by
Charles Dickens, James Andrew Hall
Produced by
Barry Letts
Music by
Paul Reade

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 4, 1981 · December 27, 1981 · Ended

First aired
October 4, 1981
Last aired
December 27, 1981
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 13 episodes
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Available in
2 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Great Expectations?"

Questions about Great Expectations

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Great Expectations worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.8).

How long does it take to watch Great Expectations?

7 h

About 7 hours: 13 episodes in 1 season of about 30 minutes each, aired from 1981 to 1981.

Is Great Expectations plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (10 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Great Expectations good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsSolo WatchTeens

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.