Great Expectations: The Untold Story (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1987, Great Expectations: The Untold Story is a drama and tv movie film directed by Tim Burstall, running about 310 minutes.
What it’s about. A humble orphan suddenly becomes a gentleman with the help of an unknown benefactor.
Who’s in it. Great Expectations: The Untold Story stars John Stanton as Abel Magwitch, Sigrid Thornton as Bridget Tankerton, Bruce Spence as Joe Gargery and Anne-Louise Lambert as Estella, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Great Expectations: The Untold Story 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 Great Expectations: The Untold Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of Great Expectations: The Untold Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Great Expectations: The Untold Story (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Great Expectations: The Untold Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Great Expectations: The Untold Story worth watching?
- Great Expectations: The Untold Story holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Great Expectations: The Untold Story?
- Great Expectations: The Untold Story stars John Stanton, Sigrid Thornton, Bruce Spence, Anne-Louise Lambert and Todd Boyce.
- When was Great Expectations: The Untold Story released?
- Great Expectations: The Untold Story was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 310 minutes.