The Personal History of David Copperfield
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.
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THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD | Official Trailer | Searchlight Pictures
The Personal History of David Copperfield - International Trailer - In Cinemas 2020
THE PERSONAL HISTORY OF DAVID COPPERFIELD | “I Like To Pretend He Speaks” Clip | Searchlight
LIVING ROOM Q&As: The Personal History of David Copperfield with Armando Iannucci & Nikki Amuka-Bird
Dev Patel & Armando Iannucci on The Personal History of David Copperfield | Film4 Interview Special
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Frequently asked questions about The Personal History of David Copperfield
Where can I watch The Personal History of David Copperfield in the United States?
The Personal History of David Copperfield is available to stream on fuboTV, YouTube TV, and FXNow in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Personal History of David Copperfield for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Personal History of David Copperfield needs a subscription to fuboTV, YouTube TV, and FXNow, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Personal History of David Copperfield?
The Personal History of David Copperfield scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Personal History of David Copperfield?
The Personal History of David Copperfield stars Dev Patel, Peter Capaldi, Ben Whishaw, Tilda Swinton, and Gwendoline Christie. Armando Iannucci is the director.
How long is The Personal History of David Copperfield?
The Personal History of David Copperfield runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Personal History of David Copperfield come out?
The Personal History of David Copperfield was released on November 7, 2019.
Which studio made The Personal History of David Copperfield?
The Personal History of David Copperfield was produced by FilmNation Entertainment, Film4 Productions, and Wishmore in the United Kingdom and the United States.
What was the budget for The Personal History of David Copperfield?
The Personal History of David Copperfield was made on a budget of $15,600,000.
How much did The Personal History of David Copperfield make at the box office?
The Personal History of David Copperfield grossed $11,620,337 worldwide, against a budget of $15,600,000.
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