Oliver Twist 1948? More like Oliver D-i-s-tressed! This gritty flick throws shade on the dark underbelly of London. Forget posh tea parties – we’re talking grimy workhouses, sketchy gangs led by the OG hustler Fagin (think the ultimate hypebeast), and a wide-eyed Oliver trying to navigate the concrete jungle. Alec Guinness’ portrayal of Fagin is a far cry from the cartoonish villain of other adaptations, presenting a more nuanced and unsettling figure. This Oliver Twist is a powerful and unflinching social commentary with enduring relevance.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Oliver Twist (1948) via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is Oliver Twist (1948) available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Oliver Twist (1948) is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
Oliver’s life takes a dramatic turn when he escapes to London, where he falls in with a group of juvenile pickpockets led by the cunning Fagin. Despite the grim circumstances, Oliver finds camaraderie among his fellow thieves, particularly the Artful Dodger.
However, Oliver’s fortunes change once again when he is mistakenly accused of theft. Cleared of the charges, he is taken in by Mr. Brownlow, who provides him with a loving home. Yet, the shadow of his past looms large, as figures from his life on the streets seek to reclaim him.
The film is notable for its stellar performances, particularly Alec Guinness as Fagin and Robert Newton as the menacing Bill Sykes. John Howard Davies delivers a heartrending performance as Oliver, capturing the innocence and resilience of the character.
Watch Oliver Twist (1948) streaming via HBO Max
Oliver Twist (1948) is available to watch on HBO Max.
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Oliver Twist (1948) synopsis is as follows:
“When 9-year-old orphan Oliver Twist dares to ask his cruel taskmaster, Mr. Bumble, for a second serving of gruel, he’s hired out as an apprentice. Escaping that dismal fate, young Oliver falls in with the street urchin known as the Artful Dodger and his criminal mentor, Fagin. When kindly Mr. Brownlow takes Oliver in, Fagin’s evil henchman Bill Sikes plots to kidnap the boy.”
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