Great Expectations (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Series · ★ 7.2
Released in 1989, Great Expectations is a drama series.
What it’s about. Orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman. Reunited with his childhood patron, Miss Havisham, and his first love, the beautiful but emotionally cold Estella, he discovers that the elderly spinster has gone mad from having been left at the altar as a young woman, and has made her charge into a warped, unfeeling heartbreaker.
Who’s in it. Great Expectations stars Anthony Calf as Pip, John Rhys-Davies as Joe Gargery, Jean Simmons as Miss Havisham and Kim Thomson as Estella, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Great Expectations 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 Great Expectations page.
If you liked it. Fans of Great Expectations tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Great Expectations (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Great Expectations change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Great Expectations worth watching?
- Great Expectations holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Great Expectations?
- Great Expectations stars Anthony Calf, John Rhys-Davies, Jean Simmons, Kim Thomson and Ray McAnally.
- When was Great Expectations released?
- Great Expectations was released in 1989.