Oliver Twist (1983): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1983 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1983, Oliver Twist is a drama, krimi and fernsehfilm film directed by Clive Donner, running about 103 minutes. “A Compelling New Version of the Great Victorian Classic” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. England, in der Mitte des 19. Jahrhunderts: Der Waise Oliver Twist (Richard Charles) wächst in trostlosen Verhältnissen in einem ländlichen Armenhaus auf. Als er den tyrannischen Leiter Bumble um etwas mehr Wassergrütze bittet, wird Oliver für fünf Pfund an den Leichenbestatter Sowerberry verkauft. Von dessen Familie geschlagen und gequält, flieht der geschundene Junge nach London und gerät dort in die Hände des Hehlers Fagin (George C. Scott). Oliver soll für dessen Bande von Taschendieben einbrechen und stehlen…
Who’s in it. Oliver Twist stars George C. Scott as Fagin, Tim Curry as Bill Sikes, Michael Hordern as Mr. Brownlow and Timothy West as Mr. Bumble, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Oliver Twist has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Oliver Twist page.
If you liked it. Fans of Oliver Twist tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Oliver Twist (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Oliver Twist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Oliver Twist worth watching?
- Oliver Twist holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, krimi and fernsehfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Oliver Twist?
- Oliver Twist stars George C. Scott, Tim Curry, Michael Hordern, Timothy West and Eileen Atkins.
- When was Oliver Twist released?
- Oliver Twist was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.