Charles Dickens

Iconic British author Charles Dickens created many of the most memorable characters in literature.

In honor of his birthday, check out some on-screen portrayals of the man himself.

The BBC has released two new clips for their new Christmas production of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations. This adaptation stars Gillian Anderson, Ray Winstone, David Suchet, Vanessa Kirby and Douglas Booth. (You can see the promo for this special