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The Personal History Of David Copperfield

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As of April 28, 2026, The Personal History Of David Copperfield is a feature film that has completed production. The production companies attached are FilmNation Entertainment (NY) and Free Range Films. Attached are casting director Sarah Crowe and director Armando Iannucci. Cast includes Tilda Swinton, Aneurin Barnard, Ben Whishaw and 2 others. It was scheduled to start shooting in London, England and New York, NY in June 2018. Production List last updated this listing on April 28, 2026.

Last Updated
Apr 28, 2026
Shoot Date
May 2018
Locations (2)
  • London, England
  • New York, NY
Project Type
Feature Film

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Project Summary

Based on the novel by Charles Dickens. David Copperfield is the novel Dickens regarded as his 'favourite child' and is considered his most autobiographical. As David recounts his experience from childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist, Dickens draws openly and revealingly on his own life.

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FilmNation Entertainment (NY)
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Free Range Films
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Cast & Crew

Directing

DirectorArmando Iannucci

Production

ProducersArmando Iannucci
ProducersKevin Loader

Camera & Lighting

CinematographerZac Nicholson

Cast

CastTilda Swinton
CastAneurin Barnard
CastBen Whishaw
CastHugh Laurie
CastDev Patel

Casting

Casting DirectorSarah Crowe

Contact details for each person listed are on file and available to members.

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