Masterpiece Episode: "David Copperfield"

Season 17, Episode 24
Episode Synopsis: A five-part adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic "David Copperfield." In Part 1, David (David Dexter) enjoys an idyllic childhood until the humorless Mr. Murdstone (Oliver Cotton) marries his mother (Francesca Hall). Peggotty: Jenny McCracken. Original Air Date: Mar 27, 1988
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Premiered: January 10, 1971, on PBS
Rating: TV-PG
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