

Great Expectations
1998-01-30 · 111 min · ★ 6.7
Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
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Production details
- Directors
- Alfonso Cuarón
- Production companies
- 20th Century Fox, Linson Entertainment
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 25,000,000
- Revenue
- USD 55,494,066
Top Cast
Ethan HawkeFinnegan Bell
Gwyneth PaltrowEstella
Hank AzariaWalter Plane
Chris CooperJoe
Anne BancroftMs. Dinsmoor
Robert De NiroPrisoner / Lustig
Josh MostelJerry Ragno
Kim DickensMaggie
Nell CampbellErica Thall
Gabriel MannOwen
Jeremy KissnerFinnegan at Age 10
Raquel BeaudeneEstella at Age 10
Stephen SpinellaCarter Macleish
Marla SucharetzaRuth Shepard
Peter JacobsonMan on Phone
Drena De NiroMarcy
Lance ReddickAnton Le Farge
Craig BraunMr. BarrowTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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