Dombey and Son

Overview

Charles Dickens' classic novel is given its first television adaptation in this classic 1969 BBC production. Paul Dombey is a well-to-do shipping firm owner, who lacks a son to take over the family business. After rejecting his daughter's affection, he reconciles with her before his death.

Cast

John Carson

Mr. Dombey

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Kara Wilson

Florence Dombey

William Moore

Captain Cuttle

Christopher Sandford

Mr. Toots

Helen Fraser

Susan Nipper

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Sally Home

Edith Dombey & Alice Marwood

Gary Raymond

James Carker

Pat Coombs

Lucretia Tox

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Edward Topps

Towlinson

Fay Compton

Mrs. Brown

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David Garth

John Carker

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Derek Seaton

Walter Gay