These Are The Best Disney Films, Ranked

45. The Personal History of David Copperfield

Dev Patel stars in this classic Charles Dickens story. The "rags to riches hero" brings the film to life in a "souped-up, trimmed-down adaptation so fleet and entertaining that its cleverness doesn't immediately register." It's one of Disney's newest classic adaptations.

A True Rags to Riches Story

The film follows Copperfield from birth until the present day, describing his "charmed" life until his mother marries a cruel factory owner who abuses him. Eventually, he runs away from home and finds shelter with an eccentric couple who help him realize his dreams of becoming an author. Dev Patel is completely captivating in the lead role.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.