Through a twist of fate, Pip, an orphan who yearns for a greater lot in life, meets the mysterious and eccentric Miss Havisham, who shows him a dark world of possibilities.

While Pip continues his education with Miss Havisham, he grows increasingly attached to her daughter, Estella; in the city of London, 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 a plan of Miss Havisham's.

As London life begins to take its toll, Pip's immoral work with Jaggers brings Estella back into this life.

As Pip and Jaggers' plans come to a head, Miss Havisham finally comes face to face with her demons and Estella at last tries to break free after a family revelation.