The original edit of this series was very good. The adaptation was fluent, the writing lean and concise and the production of a high standard. The performances were consistently good with moments of brilliance from various quarters.
The re-edit that occurred was a very bad idea and ruined a very good series, it was overly compressed and lost coherence. Sadly, I haven't seen the original edit broadcast again and doubt I will so I would stick with the DVD, which I am told, is the original cut (but I cannot promise this myself as I have not seen it).
Originally, a very good adaptation of the classic novel with good turns by the cast. A good watch if you can get it.moreless
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Adaptation of classic Dickens novel, written by Alan Bleasdale. Produced for ITV with the Exxon Mobil Masterpiece Theatre and first shown in 1999. Originally aired as long serial but was later re-edited for shorter run. Stars Sam Smith as the title character, alongside a very strong cast of veteran actors such as Robert Lindsay and Julie Walters and some gifted newcomers.
 Sam Smith (III) |
Oliver Twist |
Robert Lindsay |
Fagin |
 Marc Warren |
Monks/Edward Leeford |
 Andy Serkis |
Bill Sikes |
 Julie Walters |
Mrs Mann |
David Ross |
Mr Bumble |
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