Great Expectations(1998)
Let desire be your destiny.
Great Expectations Synopsis
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.
Great Expectations (1998) is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Alfonso Cuarón, released on January 30, 1998 with a runtime of 1h 51m. It stars Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria and Chris Cooper. Viewers rate it 6.7 out of 10 across 715 ratings.
- Director:
- Alfonso Cuarón
- Writers:
- Mitch Glazer, Charles Dickens
- Producers:
- Art Linson
- Cinematographer:
- Emmanuel Lubezki
- Composer:
- Patrick Doyle
- Production:
- 20th Century Fox, Linson Entertainment
- Budget:
- $25,000,000
- Revenue:
- $55,494,066
- Status:
- Released
Great Expectations (1998) Trailer
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Great Expectations Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ethan Hawke
as Finnegan Bell
Gwyneth Paltrow
as Estella
Hank Azaria
as Walter Plane
Chris Cooper
as Joe
Anne Bancroft
as Ms. Dinsmoor
Robert De Niro
as Prisoner / Lustig
Josh Mostel
as Jerry Ragno
Kim Dickens
as Maggie
Nell Campbell
as Erica Thall
Gabriel Mann
as Owen
Jeremy Kissner
as Finnegan at Age 10
Raquel Beaudene
as Estella at Age 10
Key crew
Directed by Alfonso Cuarón, written by Mitch Glazer and Charles Dickens, produced by Art Linson.
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Great Expectations Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.7/10 from 715 ratings.
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Great Expectations – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Great Expectations online?
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Great Expectations (1998) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Great Expectations?
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The main cast of Great Expectations (1998) includes Ethan Hawke, Gwyneth Paltrow, Hank Azaria, Chris Cooper and Anne Bancroft. The film was directed by Alfonso Cuarón. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Great Expectations released?
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Great Expectations was released on January 30, 1998 and runs for 1h 51m.
Is Great Expectations worth watching?
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Great Expectations (1998) holds an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 from 715 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Great Expectations?
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