Cast: Timothy West

Direction Fred Zinnemann

Cast Edward Fox · Michael Lonsdale · Derek Jacobi · Alan Badel

Synopsis The Day of the Jackal (1973) is set in 1963, when President De Gaulle's decision to grant independence to French Algeria sparks outrage among some soldiers who feel their fallen comrades' sacrifices have been dishonored. A group of disgruntled soldiers...

Direction Justin Chadwick · Susanna White

Cast Anna Maxwell Martin · Denis Lawson · Gillian Anderson · Charles Dance

Synopsis Bleak House (TV Miniseries) (2005) is a 15-episode adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel. The narrative revolves around the enigmatic Lady Dedlock, who harbors a profound secret, and the relentless lawyer Tulkinghorn, who is determined to expose it. The kind-hearted...

Direction Sally Wainwright · Sarah Harding · Jennifer Perrott

Cast Suranne Jones · Sophie Rundle · Joe Armstrong · Jessica Baglow

Synopsis Gentleman Jack (TV Series) (2019) follows the story of Anne Lister as she comes back to her hometown of Halifax, West Yorkshire in the year 1832. Her mission is to revitalize and restore her family's once-grand estate, Shibden Hall, which...

Direction Reece Shearsmith · Steve Pemberton · David Kerr · Guillem Morales

Cast Reece Shearsmith · Steve Pemberton · Helen McCrory · Gemma Arterton

Synopsis Inside No. 9 (TV Series) (2014) is a collection of standalone episodes filled with dark humor and surprising plot twists. Each episode is a unique blend of comedy and drama, crafted by the minds behind "League of Gentlemen" and "Psychoville."...

Direction Cassian Harrison

Cast Timothy West

Synopsis Martin Luther (2002) portrays the tumultuous journey of a man whose bold challenge to the influential Catholic Church sent shockwaves through Europe. By affixing his controversial documents to the doors of Wittenberg Cathedral, he ignited a firestorm that plunged the...

Direction Paul Abbott · John Alexander

Cast John Simm · Jim Broadbent · Shaun Dooley · Olivia Colman

Synopsis Exile (TV Miniseries) (2011) is a gripping drama series crafted by Paul Abbott and penned by Danny Brocklehurst. This psychological thriller unfolds a deeply personal narrative of redemption. The story revolves around Tom Ronstadt, a journalist residing in London whose...

Direction Charles Palmer

Cast David Suchet · Amelia Bullmore · Zoe Wanamaker · Deborah Findlay

Synopsis Agatha Christie's Poirot - Hallowe'en Party (TV) (2010) unfolds during a festive village gathering where a young girl captivates the crowd with a chilling claim: she saw a murder years ago. Initially dismissed as a Halloween tale, the atmosphere shifts...

Direction Jon Jones

Cast Richard Coyle · David Suchet · Claire Foy · Andrew Sachs

Synopsis Going Postal (TV Miniseries) (2010) is set in the bustling city-state of Ankh-Morpork, a vibrant metropolis inspired by the rich history and modern landscapes of cities like London and New York. The narrative revolves around Moist von Lipwig, a cunning...

Direction Boris Sagal

Cast Peter O'Toole · Peter Strauss · Barbara Carrera · Anthony Quayle

Synopsis Masada (TV Miniseries) (1981) follows Flavius Silva, the Roman commander in Palestine, who initially seeks a peaceful resolution with the Jewish Zealots and plans to retreat with his legion. However, political pressures and influential figures in Rome drive him to...

Direction Franklin J. Schaffner

Cast Michael Jayston · Janet Suzman · Tom Baker · Laurence Olivier

Synopsis Nicholas and Alexandra (1971) chronicles the poignant tale of Nicholas II (1868-1918), the final Tsar of Russia, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of the Russian Revolution. The film delves into the intimate lives of Nicholas and his spouse Alexandra, their daughters,...

Direction Damiano Damiani

Cast Ben Kingsley · Leslie Caron · Dominique Sanda · Timothy West

Direction David Kerr

Cast Katherine Parkinson · Tim Key · Steve Pemberton · Reece Shearsmith

Synopsis Inside No. 9: Sardines (TV) (2014) follows a group of friends who engage in a thrilling game of hide and seek in a secluded countryside manor. As the game unfolds, they stumble upon a chilling and ominous revelation that turns...

Direction Guy Slater

Cast Joan Hickson · Timothy West · Fabia Drake · Clive Merrison

Synopsis Agatha Christie's Miss Marple: A Pocket Full of Rye (TV) (1985) begins with the sudden collapse of wealthy businessman Rex Fortescue at his office, later revealed to be a result of poisoning. The news of his demise does not evoke...

Direction Pete Travis

Cast William Hurt · Chiwetel Ejiofor · Jonny Lee Miller · Mark Strong

Synopsis Endgame (TV) (2009) delves into the clandestine negotiations that ultimately dismantled South Africa's Apartheid regime. Set in 1985, the narrative unfolds as the oppressive system begins to collapse amidst widespread unrest. Key figures from the African National Congress (ANC), including...

Direction Martin Campbell

Cast Angelina Jolie · Clive Owen · Teri Polo · Linus Roache

Synopsis Beyond Borders (2003) follows the story of Sarah Jordan, a privileged American socialite residing in London. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters Nick Callahan, a daring physician dedicated to humanitarian missions in conflict-ridden countries. Inspired by Nick's...

Direction Andy Tennant

Cast Drew Barrymore · Anjelica Huston · Dougray Scott · Jeanne Moreau

Synopsis Ever After (1998) follows the journey of Danielle, a spirited young woman whose life takes a dramatic turn following the untimely demise of her beloved father. Forced into servitude by her cruel stepmother, Danielle finds solace in the kindness of...

Direction Luc Besson

Cast Milla Jovovich · John Malkovich · Faye Dunaway · Dustin Hoffman

Synopsis The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc (1999) follows the life of Jeanne, a young girl born in 1412 in the small village of Domrémy, France, during the tumultuous Hundred Years' War. The country is ravaged by English forces,...

Direction Michael Apted

Cast Vanessa Redgrave · Timothy Dalton · Dustin Hoffman · Helen Morse

Synopsis Agatha (1979) delves into the mysterious 1926 vanishing of renowned mystery author Agatha Christie, a real-life event that remains unsolved to this day. The narrative unfolds on a frigid winter afternoon when Christie's damaged automobile and her luxurious fur coat...

Direction Stuart Orme

Cast Damian Lewis · Sophia Myles · Tom Hardy · Laurence Fox

Direction Roy Boulting

Cast Peter Sellers · Lila Kedrova · Curd Jürgens · Béatrice Romand

Synopsis Soft Beds, Hard Battles (1974) is a World War II comedy that revolves around a famous Parisian brothel transformed into a clandestine hub for the French Resistance. The film follows the brothel's inhabitants as they aid the Allied cause by...