Pip, an orphan yearning for a greater lot in life, has a chance encounter with escaped convict Magwitch that sets him on an unexpected path and into the clutches of the mysterious, eccentric Miss Havisham, who shows him a dark world of possibilities.
Pip continues his education with Miss Havisham and he grows increasingly attached to her daughter, Estella; the corrupt and powerful lawyer Mr Jaggers gets a letter that will change Pip's life forever.
Having left his life in Gravesend, Pip has a brutal introduction to London, working for Mr Jaggers; Estella discovers Miss Havisham's plan.
When life in London begins to take a toll, Pip's immoral work with Jaggers brings Estella back into this life.
Pip's past resurfaces to haunt him and he wonders if he will ever take control of his own life; Estella must fend off a new suitor; Joe tries to save his friend from a life of excess.
Miss Havisham finally faces her demons; Estella at last tries to break free after a family revelation.
Fionn Whitehead
Pip
Olivia Colman
Miss Havisham
Shalom Brune-Franklin
Estella
Ashley Thomas
Jaggers
Johnny Harris
Magwitch