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Great Expectations

7.319461h 58m14AMovieDramaRomance

In this Dickens adaptation, orphan Pip discovers through lawyer Mr. Jaggers that a mysterious benefactor wishes to ensure that he becomes a gentleman. Reunited with his childhood patron, Miss Havisham, and his first love, the beautiful but…

DirectorDavid Lean
WritersDavid Lean·Cecil McGivern
ProducersAnthony Havelock-Allan·Ronald Neame

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Cast · Directed by David Lean

JMJohn Mills
John Mills
Pip
VHValerie Hobson
Valerie Hobson
Estella
TWTony Wager
Tony Wager
Young Pip
JSJean Simmons
Jean Simmons
Young Estella
BMBernard Miles
Bernard Miles
Joe Gargery
FS
Francis L. Sullivan
Mr. Jaggers
FCFinlay Currie
Finlay Currie
Abel Magwitch
MHMartita Hunt
Martita Hunt
Miss Havisham
AGAlec Guinness
Alec Guinness
Herbert Pocket
IBIvor Barnard
Ivor Barnard
Mr. Wemmick
FJFreda Jackson
Freda Jackson
Mrs. Joe
EE
Eileen Erskine
Biddy

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Great Expectations — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Great Expectations?

Great Expectations is streaming on Criterion Channel, FlixFling and Artiflix in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Great Expectations on Netflix?

No, Great Expectations is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and FlixFling.

Is Great Expectations on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Great Expectations isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel and FlixFling instead.

Where can I watch Great Expectations for free?

Great Expectations is available to stream free (with ads) on Artiflix and Plex in Canada.