---
title: "David Copperfield"
year: 1935
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/david-copperfield-1935"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 43899
imdb_id: "tt0026266"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 130
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 82
content_rating: "NR"
---

# David Copperfield (1935) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/david-copperfield-1935

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.
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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.
Drafting - Step 1 (Content):
        David Copperfield is a 1935 American film released by Metro-Gold

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Filmtap | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Filmtap | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: George Cukor
- **Networks / Studios**: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Freddie Bartholomew** as *David Copperfield as a Boy*
- **Frank Lawton** as *David Copperfield as a Man*
- **Edna May Oliver** as *Aunt Betsey Trotwood*
- **Jessie Ralph** as *Clara Peggotty*
- **Madge Evans** as *Agnes Wickfield as a Woman*
- **Maureen O'Sullivan** as *Dora Spenlow*
- **Elizabeth Allan** as *Clara Copperfield*
- **Harry Beresford** as *Dr. Chillip*
- **Hugh Walpole** as *The Vicar*
- **Basil Rathbone** as *Mr. Edward Murdstone*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch David Copperfield online?
David Copperfield is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed David Copperfield?
David Copperfield was directed by George Cukor.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [David Copperfield — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43899)
- [David Copperfield (1935) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026266/fullcredits/)
- [David Copperfield (1935 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Copperfield_(1935_film))
- [David Copperfield (1935) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43899-the-personal-history-adventures-experience-observation-of-david-copperfield-the-younger/cast)
- [David Copperfield (film, 1935) — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Copperfield_(film,_1935))
- [David Copperfield (1935) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/david-copperfield/credits)

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