Dickens of London

Dickens of London (1976)

EndedScripted showDrama

A series of thirteen programmes tracing the life and times of Charles Dickens from his early, penniless days during the 1820s to the unprecedented success he enjoyed on both sides of the Atlantic before his death in 1870.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13MemoriesDec 21, 1976
S01E12AngelDec 14, 1976
S01E11NightmareDec 7, 1976
S01E10MagicNov 30, 1976
S01E09DreamsNov 23, 1976
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Dickens of London' premiere?

'Dickens of London' premiered on January 16, 1976.

Who played the role of Charles Dickens in 'Dickens of London'?

Roy Dotrice played the role of Charles Dickens in 'Dickens of London'

How many episodes did 'Dickens of London' have?

'Dickens of London' had 13 episodes.

Who played John Forster in 'Dickens of London'?

John Carson played the role of John Forster in 'Dickens of London'.

Which TV channel aired 'Dickens of London'?

'Dickens of London' was originally broadcasted on Thames Television.

Who played Catherine Dickens in 'Dickens of London'?

Judy Parfitt played the role of Catherine Dickens in 'Dickens of London'.

What was the main theme of 'Dickens of London'?

The main theme of 'Dickens of London' was the life and times of Charles Dickens.

Who played William Thackeray in 'Dickens of London'?

Jonathan Adams played the role of William Thackeray in 'Dickens of London'.

Was 'Dickens of London' historically accurate?

Yes, 'Dickens of London' was praised for its historical accuracy.

Who was the show's creator?

The show was created by Wolf Mankowitz.

Was 'Dickens of London' a critically acclaimed series?

Yes, 'Dickens of London' was a critical success.

Who played Bram Stoker on 'Dickens of London'?

Frank Finlay played the role of Bram Stoker on 'Dickens of London'.

Was 'Dickens of London' commercially successful?

Yes, it was successful both commercially and critically.

Who directed the series?

Marc Miller directed 'Dickens of London'.

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