Tom Hardy, Stephen Knight Collaborating on Charles Dickens Series for BBC | THR News

The BBC has commissioned Steven Knight to adapt Charles Dickens' classic novels, starting with 'A Christmas Carol'. The series will be produced by Scott Free London in collaboration with Tom Hardy. Knight, known for 'Taboo' and 'Peaky Blinders', aims to reinterpret Dickens' works for a new generation. The series will air on BBC One in three hour-long episodes. Knight's future projects include 'The Girl in the Spider's Web' and 'Serenity'. BBC Films is also working on a Dickens adaptation directed by Armando Iannucci.

Who has been commissioned to adapt Charles Dickens' classic novels for the BBC?

• Ridley Scott

• Steven Knight

• Armando Iannucci

• Tom Hardy

Which classic Dickens story will be the first to be adapted in the new series?

• David Copperfield

• Great Expectations

• A Christmas Carol

• Oliver Twist

What is the role of Piers Wenger in the BBC's new Dickens adaptations?

• Drama Boss

• Director

• Writer

• Producer

Which upcoming project by Steven Knight features Claire Foy?

• Serenity

• Rio

• The Girl in the Spider's Web

• David Copperfield

Who is set to direct the big-screen adaptation of 'David Copperfield'?

• Ridley Scott

• Tom Hardy

• Armando Iannucci

• Steven Knight