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Oliver Twist (1948)

"A Screen Event To Be Remembered For All Time !"

7.619482h 1mEN
DramaAdventureCrimeComedy

Directed by David Lean

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

EN

Release

June 28, 1948

Director

David Lean

Official Trailer

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Overview

When 9-year-old orphan Oliver Twist dares to ask his cruel taskmaster, Mr. Bumble, for a second serving of gruel, he's hired out as an apprentice. Escaping that dismal fate, young Oliver falls in with the street urchin known as the Artful Dodger and his criminal mentor, Fagin. When kindly Mr. Brownl...

Cast

John Howard Davies

John Howard Davies

Oliver Twist

Robert Newton

Robert Newton

Bill Sykes

Alec Guinness

Alec Guinness

Fagin

Kay Walsh

Kay Walsh

Nancy

Francis L. Sullivan

Francis L. Sullivan

Mr. Bumble

Henry Stephenson

Henry Stephenson

Mr. Brownlow

Mary Clare

Mary Clare

Mrs. Corney

Anthony Newley

Anthony Newley

Artful Dodger

Ralph Truman

Ralph Truman

Monks

Michael Dear

Michael Dear

Noah Claypole

Diana Dors

Diana Dors

Charlotte

Josephine Stuart

Josephine Stuart

Oliver's Mother

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Oliver Twist (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When 9-year-old orphan Oliver Twist dares to ask his cruel taskmaster, Mr. Bumble, for a second serving of gruel, he's hired out as an apprentice. Escaping that dismal fate, young Oliver falls in with the street urchin known as the Artful Dodger and his criminal mentor, Fagin. When kindly Mr. Brownlow takes Oliver in, Fagin's evil henchman Bill Sikes plots to kidnap the boy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Oliver Twist. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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