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Nicholas Nickleby

2002·Movie·PG·132 min·6.9(195)

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.

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Where to watch Nicholas Nickleby in United States

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Where is Nicholas Nickleby streaming around the world?

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United StatesKanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaMGM Plus Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
United KingdomApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaMGM Amazon Channel, Hoopla, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaMGM Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyMGM Plus Amazon Channel, YouTube FreeApple TV Store, Amazon Video
FranceMGM Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
SpainMGM Plus Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
BrazilMGM+ Apple TV Channel, MGM Plus Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanMGM 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
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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

Charlie Hunnam

Nicholas Nickleby

Nathan Lane

Nathan Lane

Vincent Crummles

Jim Broadbent

Jim Broadbent

Mr. Wackford Squeers

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

Ralph Nickleby

Jamie Bell

Jamie Bell

Smike

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway

Madeline Bray

Alan Cumming

Alan Cumming

Mr. Folair

Timothy Spall

Timothy Spall

Charles Cheeryble

Romola Garai

Romola Garai

Kate Nickleby

Andrew Havill

Andrew Havill

Mr. Nickleby

Stella Gonet

Stella Gonet

Mrs Nickleby

Hugh Mitchell

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.

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