Dombey and Son

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

Kara Wilson

Florence Dombey

William Moore

Captain Cuttle

Christopher Sandford

Mr. Toots

Helen Fraser

Susan Nipper

Sally Home

Edith Dombey & Alice Marwood

Gary Raymond

James Carker

Pat Coombs

Lucretia Tox

Edward Topps

Towlinson

Fay Compton

Mrs. Brown