This animated version of the classic Charles Dickens faithfully follows the adventures of the young orphan Oliver Twist. He escapes from the workhouses of 19th century England and must battle fate for his survival in the streets of London. Oliver falls prey to villains, not the least of which is social injustice. His involvement with a gang of thieves brings him to meet the roguish Artful Dodger and the master of the thieves' kitchen, Fagin. His protected by a wealthy gentleman but forced to return to the gang to take part in a robbery, where he is wounded. While he is recovering the mystery of his identity unfolds. Truth triumphs in the end when Oliver is adopted by his benefactor, and the thieves are brought to justice.