Great Expectations
Seen it?1998 | 111 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It's still drawing plenty of interest, but middling reviews (41% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.7 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Loosely based on the Charles Dickens' classic novel, "Great Expectations" is a sensual tale of a young man's unforgettable passage into manhood, and the three individuals who will undeniably change his life forever. Through the surprising interactions of these vivid characters, "Great Expectations" takes a unique and contemporary look at life's great coincidences.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
41% on Rotten Tomatoes, 55 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.7 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$55 million worldwide on a $25 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 285K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Alfonso Cuarón
- Ethan HawkeFinnegan Bell
- Gwyneth PaltrowEstella
- Hank AzariaWalter Plane
- Chris CooperJoe
- Anne BancroftMs. Dinsmoor
- Robert De NiroPrisoner / Lustig
- Josh MostelJerry Ragno
- Kim DickensMaggie
- Nell CampbellErica Thall
- Gabriel MannOwen