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The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby (1982)

TV Series ★ 7.7 55 min

Drama

Young Nicholas Nickleby sets out to make his fortune in order to prevent his mother and sister from depending upon his uncle, Ralph Nicklby. But he finds his first job as master at a Yorkshire school to be cruel, and runs away with one of the students. Meanwhile, Kate is subjected to the unwanted attentions of Sir Mulberry Hawk, aided by her uncle. Nicholas and his new friend, Smike, begin their adventures and eventually set out to rescue Kate, with the usual Dickensian twists, turns and asides.

David Edgar Creator

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Released
November 7, 1982
Runtime
55 min
IMDb
tt0082660
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Studio
, Royal Shakespeare Company, Primetime Television Ltd., RM Productions

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Cast

Roger Rees Roger Rees Nicholas Nickleby Alun Armstrong Alun Armstrong John Woodvine John Woodvine David Threlfall David Threlfall Ian McNeice Ian McNeice Suzanne Bertish Suzanne Bertish Lucy Gutteridge Lucy Gutteridge Bob Peck Bob Peck Janet Dale Janet Dale Jane Downs Jane Downs Cathryn Harrison Cathryn Harrison Lila Kaye Lila Kaye John McEnery John McEnery Edward Petherbridge Edward Petherbridge Christopher Benjamin Christopher Benjamin

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby about?
Young Nicholas Nickleby sets out to make his fortune in order to prevent his mother and sister from depending upon his uncle, Ralph Nicklby. But he finds his first job as master at a Yorkshire school to be cruel, and runs away with one of the students. Meanwhile, Kate is subjected to the unwanted attentions of Sir Mulberry Hawk, aided by her uncle. Nicholas and his new friend, Smike, begin their adventures and eventually set out to rescue Kate, with the usual Dickensian twists, turns and asides.
Who created The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby?
The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby was created by David Edgar.
Who stars in The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby?
The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby stars Roger Rees, Alun Armstrong, John Woodvine, David Threlfall.
When was The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby released?
The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby is a 1982 drama series.
Where can I watch The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby?
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