Nicholas Nickleby (Special Edition)

Movie / Show Details

Douglas McGrath directed this 2002 adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel, bringing together an ensemble cast including Charlie Hunnam, Anne Hathaway, Alan Cumming, Christopher Plummer, and Barry Humphries. When the Nickleby family faces betrayal, young Nicholas must navigate a dangerous world to protect those he loves from his ruthless uncle, learning valuable lessons about courage and integrity along the way.

This single-disc DVD special edition from United Artists runs 132 minutes and is rated PG. The release features both anamorphic widescreen and full-screen viewing options, a Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack showcasing Rachel Portman’s score, and a director’s commentary by McGrath. Bonus materials include a 29-minute making-of documentary with cast and crew, a 12-minute piece on Charles Dickens and his influence on the story, a 16-minute cast discussion from the New York premiere, set photography comparisons, a trailer, and photo galleries. You’ll own this hand-inspected disc at a used price that won’t strain your budget.