Dickens (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 2002, Dickens is a documentary and drama series.
What it’s about. Dickens is a 2002 three-part docudrama presented by Peter Ackroyd, on whose biography of Dickens it was based. An unorthodox style is taken: actors play various individuals in Dickens' life (as well as Dickens himself), interviewed as if appearing in a contemporary documentary. Their words are from actual letters and journals of the individuals involved, and serve to illuminate the hardships and successes in Dickens' life, and the way his experiences found their way into his works.
Who’s in it. Dickens stars Peter Ackroyd as Self — Presenter, Anton Lesser as Charles Dickens, Miriam Margolyes as Catherine Dickens and Kenneth Cranham as John Forster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Dickens has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dickens page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dickens tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dickens (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dickens change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dickens worth watching?
- Dickens holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dickens?
- Dickens stars Peter Ackroyd, Anton Lesser, Miriam Margolyes, Kenneth Cranham and Helen McCrory.
- When was Dickens released?
- Dickens was released in 2002.