The Old Curiosity Shop (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1934, The Old Curiosity Shop is a drama film directed by Thomas Bentley, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. An elderly shop-keeper and his grand-daughter are threatened by the rich, mean-spirited dwarf Quilp, and decide to flee across England to escape him. They are pursued both by Quilp and by the shop-keeper's long-lost brother, who wants to find them for a different reason.
Who’s in it. The Old Curiosity Shop stars Elaine Benson as Nell Trent, Ben Webster as Grandfather Trent, Hay Petrie as Quilp and Beatrix Thomson as Quilp's Wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Old Curiosity Shop has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Old Curiosity Shop page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old Curiosity Shop tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Old Curiosity Shop (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Old Curiosity Shop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Old Curiosity Shop worth watching?
- The Old Curiosity Shop holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Old Curiosity Shop?
- The Old Curiosity Shop stars Elaine Benson, Ben Webster, Hay Petrie, Beatrix Thomson and Gibb McLaughlin.
- When was The Old Curiosity Shop released?
- The Old Curiosity Shop was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.