Cast: Norman Rodway

Direction Orson Welles

Cast Orson Welles · Keith Baxter · John Gielgud · Jeanne Moreau

Synopsis Chimes at Midnight (1965) presents the life of Sir John Falstaff, a central figure in a narrative woven from scenes of Shakespeare's 'Henry IV' and other plays. The film chronicles Falstaff's journey as a jovial and philosophical companion to the...

Direction Martin Campbell · Jim Goddard

Cast Sam Neill · Michael Bryant · Norman Rodway · Tom Bell

Synopsis Reilly: Ace of Spies (TV) (1983) is a thrilling television series that spans 12 episodes, offering a gripping dramatization of the daring missions and exhilarating adventures undertaken by one of Britain's most renowned spies in history. The show delves into...

Direction James F. Collier

Cast Julie Harris · Jeannette Clift · Arthur O'Connell · Robert Rietty

Synopsis The Hiding Place (1975) follows the journey of Corrie and Betsie ten Boom, two middle-aged sisters who run their father's watchmaking shop in pre-World War II Holland. Their tranquil existence is upended by the arrival of the Nazis. Accused of...

Direction Norman Stone

Cast Joan Hickson · Claire Bloom · Barry Newman · Norman Rodway

Synopsis Agatha Christie's Miss Marple: The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side (TV) (1992) follows the story of Marina Gregg, a renowned actress aiming to revive her career after a prolonged absence due to personal struggles. Alongside her fifth husband and...

Direction Keith Gordon

Cast Nick Nolte · Sheryl Lee · Alan Arkin · John Goodman

Synopsis Mother Night (1996) follows the story of an American intelligence operative who, during World War II, infiltrates the Nazi regime by posing as a propagandist. This deception, while crucial for his mission, becomes a lifelong burden as he is unable...

Direction Michael Winner

Cast Oliver Reed · Carol White · Orson Welles · Harry Andrews

Synopsis I'll Never Forget What's'isname (1967) follows the story of Andrew Quint, a highly successful advertising executive who has grown disillusioned with his glamorous lifestyle. In a dramatic turn of events, he abruptly resigns from his high-profile job to pursue his...

Direction Ian Sharp

Cast Lewis Collins · Judy Davis · Richard Widmark · Edward Woodward

Synopsis Who Dares Wins (1982) follows the thrilling journey of a British Special Air Service (SAS) trooper who goes undercover to infiltrate a radical political group. This group is plotting a terrorist operation targeting American dignitaries. The film offers a stylized...

Direction Daryl Duke

Cast Bryan Brown · Joan Chen · John Stanton · Tim Guinee

Synopsis Tai-Pan (1986) centers around the ambitious Dirk Struan, a powerful figure in Hong Kong during the mid-19th century. The term "Tai-Pan" translates to "supreme leader," reflecting Struan's immense influence and control. Driven by his vision to establish Hong Kong as...

Direction Peter Duffell

Cast Richard Harris · Glenda Jackson · Frank Finlay · Jenny Agutter

Synopsis King of the Wind (1990) follows the extraordinary journey of Sham, an Arabian colt born in 1727 with distinctive markings, including a wheat ear and a white spot on his heel, symbolizing both good and evil. Gifted to the King...

Direction Peter Collinson

Cast Suzy Kendall · Terence Morgan · Tony Beckley · Norman Rodway

Synopsis The Penthouse (1967) follows a trio of criminals—Tom, Dick, and Harry, the latter being a woman—who infiltrate the penthouse apartment of an unfaithful couple. Their intention is to intimidate and harass the occupants, but as the night unfolds, it becomes...

Direction James Cellan Jones · Richard Stroud · Frederic Raphael

Cast Norman Rodway · Malcolm Stoddard · Kate Fahy · Christopher Good

Synopsis Oxbridge Blues (TV Miniseries) (1984) is a captivating television miniseries that spans seven episodes, delving into the lives of students navigating the prestigious halls of Oxford and Cambridge universities. The narrative unfolds with a blend of drama, romance, and academic...

Direction William Nicholson · Judy Jackson · Hugh David · Nikki Stockley

Cast Peter France · Joan Bakewell · Spike Milligan · Jeremy Paxman

Synopsis Everyman (TV Series) (1976) was a thought-provoking British television documentary program that broadcast on BBC One during late-night hours on Sunday evenings from 1977 to 2000. The series frequently delved into profound moral and religious themes, typically presented through compelling...

Direction Jonathan Miller

Cast John Shrapnel · Norman Rodway · Michael Kitchen · Michael Hordern

Synopsis King Lear (TV) (1982) presents the tale of an aging monarch who decides to split his realm among his three daughters, heavily influenced by their declarations of affection. When Cordelia, the youngest and most truthful, declines to indulge in empty...

Direction Jack Gold

Cast John Bennett · David Calder · Oliver Ford Davies · Don Henderson

Synopsis The War That Never Ends (TV) (1991) presents a unique historical narrative by retelling the Peloponnesian Wars, a protracted conflict between Athens and Sparta that spanned twenty-seven years. The story is conveyed through a series of news broadcast-style monologues delivered...

Direction David Lowell Rich · Alex Segal

Cast Timothy Bottoms · Anthony Quayle · Norman Rodway · Oded Teomi

Synopsis The Story of David (TV) (1976) chronicles the life of a man destined for greatness, who, despite his deep devotion to God, grappled with the consequences of his transgressions. The narrative begins with David's humble origins as a shepherd boy...

Direction Jonathan Miller

Cast John Fortune · John Bird · Tony Jay · David Kinsey

Synopsis Timon of Athens (TV) (1981) follows the story of a generous man who enjoys hosting lavish gatherings and bestowing gifts upon his companions. However, when financial troubles arise and he is unable to settle his debts, his supposed friends turn...

Direction Jim Goddard

Cast Tom Bell · Brian Croucher · John Junkin · Norman Rodway

Synopsis Out (TV) (TV Series) (1978) is a compelling television mini-series that aired in 1978, consisting of six captivating episodes. The series delves into the lives of a diverse group of individuals as they navigate the complexities of modern life, each...

Direction Arthur Dreifuss

Cast Patrick McGoohan · Sylvia Syms · Walter Macken · Dermot Kelly

Synopsis The Quare Fellow (1962) follows the journey of Thomas Crimmins, a fresh-faced and idealistic new guard in an Irish penitentiary. Eager to contribute to his nation by enforcing justice, Crimmins' perspective begins to shift under the influence of his seasoned...

Direction Nigel Patrick

Cast Nigel Patrick · Yvonne Mitchell · William Bendix · Aldo Ray

Synopsis Johnny Nobody (1961) follows the story of a mysterious stranger who appears in an Irish village after the controversial death of Irish-American author James Mulcahy. The author, known for his atheistic views, had provoked the villagers with his outspoken remarks,...

Direction Max Varnel

Cast Ray McAnally · Catherine Feller · Yvonne Buckingham · Norman Rodway