Episode 1

S01E01·8.5·December 27, 2011·1h·BBC One

A terrifying encounter on the marshes with an escaped convict and a summons from the mysterious Miss Havisham change orphan Pip's life forever. He dares to believe he might be destined for a future beyond the marshes —a future linked to that of the beautiful Estella.

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#2In Season 1of 3 rated episodes

#2All-timeof 3 rated episodes

−0.0vs season avgSeason 1 averages 8.5

2011First airedDecember 27, 2011

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