"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Act II (05:36)

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The cast recaps what transpired during Act I. Newman Noggs reads the letter from Fanny Squeers informing Ralph Nickleby about his nephew's violent behavior. Mr. Crowl invites himself to stay in Nogg's room.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": At the Party (09:23)

Mr. and Mrs. Kenwigs host an anniversary party; Mr. Lillyvick, the collector of water rates, attends. Miss Petowker, an actress from Drury Lane, recites a poem. Noggs departs when two men arrive at his apartment; Nicholas rescues the Kenwig's baby.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Advice (02:27)

Nicholas learns about Fanny's letter. Noggs advises the man to find a position before seeing her mother and family.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Employment Office (05:36)

Constituents demand Matthew Pupker's resignation. Nicholas turns down the secretary position and returns to Nogg's lodging.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": French Lessons (04:04)

The Kenwigs ask if Nicholas might be interested in tutoring their children. Noggs announces that Ralph Nickleby has returned.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Confrontation (04:17)

Kate and her mother refuse to believe Nicholas was violent. Ralph vows to give no further financial assistance. Nicholas agrees to leave London and bids his family farewell.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Leaving London (03:46)

Nicholas and Smike travel towards Kingston with the idea of becoming sailors. Noggs bids them farewell.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Smike's Childhood (04:00)

Smike shares what he remembers before arriving at Dotheboys Hall; he no longer feels afraid.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Acting (04:32)

Nicholas and Smike need to arrive at Portsmouth by nightfall. Victor Crummles hires Nicholas to act and adapt French tragedies into English.

"The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby": Arriving in Portsmouth (09:54)

Nicholas and Smike meet the rest of the actors and Mrs. Crummles. Ninetta Crummles, the "Infant Phenomenon," drinks half a pint of gin every morning to remain looking young.

Credits: Act Two: Part 1 (02:22)

Credits: Act Two: Part 1