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Oliver Twist

May 15, 1997 1h 31m 6.2/10 (114 votes)

Originally released in 1997. Oliver Twist is a family/drama film. directed by Tony Bill.

Starring Richard Dreyfuss, Elijah Wood, and David O'Hara

Synopsis

When 9-year-old orphan Oliver Twist dares to ask his cruel taskmaster, Mr. Bumble, for a second serving of gruel, he's hired out as an apprentice. Escaping that dismal fate, young Oliver falls in with the street urchin known as the Artful Dodger and his criminal mentor, Fagin. When kindly Mr. Brownlow takes Oliver in, Fagin's evil henchman Bill Sikes plots to kidnap the boy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 15, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
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User Rating 6.2/10 Good (114 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Laurence Mark Productions
  • Walt Disney Television

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oliver Twist about?

When 9-year-old orphan Oliver Twist dares to ask his cruel taskmaster, Mr. Bumble, for a second serving of gruel, he's hired out as an apprentice. Escaping that dismal fate, young Oliver falls in w...

Who directed Oliver Twist?

Oliver Twist was directed by Tony Bill.

How long is Oliver Twist?

Oliver Twist has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Oliver Twist released?

Oliver Twist was released on May 15, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Oliver Twist?

The main cast of Oliver Twist includes Richard Dreyfuss, Elijah Wood, David O'Hara, Alex Trench, Antoine Byrne.

Is Oliver Twist worth watching?

Oliver Twist has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.