

Nicholas Nickleby
“EVERY FAMILY NEEDS A HERO.”
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.
Where to watch Nicholas Nickleby in United States
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Where is Nicholas Nickleby streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | MGM Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | MGM Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | MGM Plus Amazon Channel, YouTube Free | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | MGM Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | MGM+ Apple TV Channel, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | MGM Amazon Channel | — |
About Nicholas Nickleby
Nicholas Nickleby is a 2002 English-language adventure and drama film directed by Douglas McGrath. The cast is led by Charlie Hunnam, Nathan Lane, Jim Broadbent. It has a runtime of 2h 12m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome.
Nicholas Nickleby was produced by Hart-Sharp Entertainment, Potboiler Productions, and United Artists and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on December 27, 2002, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $10 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- Douglas McGrath
- Writers
- Douglas McGrath
- Release date
- December 27, 2002
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Budget
- $10 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- Hart-Sharp Entertainment, Potboiler Productions, United Artists
Nicholas Nickleby cast & crew
Nicholas Nickleby was directed by Douglas McGrath and written by Douglas McGrath.
The cast features Charlie Hunnam as Nicholas Nickleby, Nathan Lane as Vincent Crummles, Jim Broadbent as Mr. Wackford Squeers, Christopher Plummer as Ralph Nickleby, Jamie Bell as Smike, and Anne Hathaway as Madeline Bray.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Rachel Portman, cinematography is by Dick Pope, and it was produced by Robert Kessel and Simon Channing Williams.
Is Nicholas Nickleby worth watching?
Nicholas Nickleby holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 195 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 2h 12m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy adventure and drama, Nicholas Nickleby is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Nicholas Nickleby
In United States, you can stream Nicholas Nickleby on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and Xumo Play, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Nicholas Nickleby

Charlie Hunnam
Nicholas Nickleby

Nathan Lane
Vincent Crummles

Jim Broadbent
Mr. Wackford Squeers

Christopher Plummer
Ralph Nickleby

Jamie Bell
Smike

Anne Hathaway
Madeline Bray

Alan Cumming
Mr. Folair

Timothy Spall
Charles Cheeryble

Romola Garai
Kate Nickleby

Andrew Havill
Mr. Nickleby

Stella Gonet
Mrs Nickleby

Hugh Mitchell
Boy Nicholas Nickleby
Nicholas Nickleby — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Nicholas Nickleby in United States?
Nicholas Nickleby is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel in United States.
▸Is Nicholas Nickleby on Kanopy?
Yes — Nicholas Nickleby is currently available on Kanopy in United States.
▸What language is Nicholas Nickleby in?
Nicholas Nickleby is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Nicholas Nickleby?
Nicholas Nickleby runs 2 hours 12 minutes (132 minutes).
▸What is Nicholas Nickleby rated?
Nicholas Nickleby is rated PG. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 195 ratings.











