David Copperfield 1935
“1935's most beloved motion picture!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Director
- George Cukor
- Network
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is David Copperfield?
Topic: Film "David Copperfield" (1935). Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1935
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 18, 1935
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Budget
- $1,073,000
- Revenue
- $3,064,000
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 82 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~130 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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Topic: Film "David Copperfield" (1935).
Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Style: Meticulous archivist, neutral, encyclopedic prose, plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES. No guessing. No spoilers in the first sentence.
Word count target: 150-190 words.
Title: David Copperfield.
Year: 1935.
Release Date (US): 01/18/1935.
Genres: Drama, Romance, and Adventure.
Runtime: 2h 10m.
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Origin: American film.
Based on: Charles Dickens' 1850 novel The Personal History, Adventures, Experience, & Observation of David Copperfield the Younger (some characters/incidents omitted).
Director: George Cukor.
Cast: Freddie Bartholomew, Frank Lawton, Edna May Oliver.
Format: Black and white (noir et blanc).
Notes: First sound adaptation of the novel after three silent versions.
Synopsis: A young man journeys from a difficult childhood to maturity, exploring social injustice, personal development, and the complexities of human relationships.
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David Copperfield is a 1935 American film released by Metro-Gold
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“A gripping exploration of drama and romance that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is David Copperfield worth watching?
David Copperfield holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 82 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie David Copperfield and when was it released?
David Copperfield is a feature film with a runtime of 130 minutes. It was released in 1935. Release status: Released.
Who directed David Copperfield?
David Copperfield was directed by George Cukor.
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