

Nicholas Nickleby
1977-03-27 · 55 min / episode · ★ 7.0
Nicholas Nickleby, a young boy in search of a better life, struggles to save his family and friends from the abusive exploitation of his coldheartedly grasping uncle.
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- Creators
- Barry Letts
- Production companies
- BBC
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Ended
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Nigel HaversNicholas Nickleby
Derek GodfreyRalph Nickleby
Robert JamesNewman Noggs
Hilary MasonMrs. NicklebyTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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