Cast: Emily Watson

Direction Craig Mazin · Johan Renck

Cast Jared Harris · Stellan Skarsgard · Emily Watson · Paul Ritter

Synopsis Chernobyl (TV Miniseries) (2019) is a gripping 5-episode drama that delves into the catastrophic events of April 1986, when a devastating explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in the USSR unfolded into one of history's most severe man-made disasters....

Direction Lars von Trier

Cast Emily Watson · Stellan Skarsgard · Katrin Cartlidge · Jean-Marc Barr

Synopsis Breaking the Waves (1996) is a profound drama set in a stifled, deeply religious community in the remote north of Scotland. The narrative revolves around Bess McNeil, a naive young woman who encounters and falls deeply in love with Jan,...

Direction Kenneth Biller · Noah Pink · James Hawes · Minkie Spiro

Cast Geoffrey Rush · Emily Watson · Johnny Flynn · Nicholas Rowe

Synopsis Genius: Einstein (TV Miniseries) (2017) delves into the life of Albert Einstein, tracing his journey from a struggling patent clerk who faced rejection in his early attempts to secure a teaching position or earn a doctorate, to his groundbreaking development...

Direction Jim Sheridan

Cast Daniel Day-Lewis · Emily Watson · Brian Cox · Ken Stott

Synopsis The Boxer (1997) follows Danny Flynn, who returns to Belfast after a 14-year imprisonment for his involvement in IRA activities. Eager to leave behind the violence of his past, he aims to establish a peaceful life in his old neighborhood....

Direction James Marsh

Cast Eddie Redmayne · Felicity Jones · Charlie Cox · David Thewlis

Synopsis The Theory of Everything (2014) chronicles the life of celebrated astrophysicist Stephen Hawking, portrayed by Eddie Redmayne, and his wife Jane, played by Felicity Jones. The narrative delves into the challenges they face as Stephen's health deteriorates, while he pursues...

Direction Charlie Kaufman

Cast Philip Seymour Hoffman · Catherine Keener · Michelle Williams · Dianne Wiest

Synopsis Synecdoche, New York (2008) follows the life of Caden Cotard, a theater director based in Schenectady, New York, who finds himself in a state of personal and professional turmoil. His wife, Adele, has departed for Berlin to focus on her...

Direction Alan Parker

Cast Emily Watson · Robert Carlyle · Joe Breen · Clara Owens

Synopsis Angela's Ashes (1999) chronicles the life of young Frankie McCourt and his family as they navigate the harsh realities of poverty in the slums of pre-war Limerick, Ireland. The narrative begins in Brooklyn, New York, where the family initially resides....

Direction Tim Robbins

Cast Hank Azaria · Rubén Blades · Joan Cusack · John Cusack

Synopsis Cradle Will Rock (1999) is a cinematic masterpiece directed by Tim Robbins, loosely based on the tumultuous events surrounding Marc Blitzstein's worker's opera, "The Cradle Will Rock." Set during the Great Depression, the film weaves a rich tapestry of characters,...

Direction Julian Jarrold

Cast Emily Watson · Dominic West · Monica Dolan · Robert Glenister

Synopsis Appropriate Adult (TV Miniseries) (2011) is a gripping two-part drama that delves into the chilling case of serial killers Fred and Rose West. The narrative centers around the intricate process that led to their eventual capture and conviction, offering a...

Direction Robert Altman

Cast Kelly MacDonald · Emily Watson · Maggie Smith · Alan Bates

Synopsis Gosford Park (2001) delves into the intricacies of the English class system and the dynamics between masters and servants through a complex web of characters and intersecting narratives. Set in November 1932, a group of affluent guests gathers at the...

Direction Anand Tucker

Cast Emily Watson · Rachel Griffiths · James Frain · David Morrissey

Synopsis Hilary and Jackie (1998) presents the poignant true narrative of the gifted international concert cellist Jacqueline Du Pré and her sister, Hilary. Although they initially embarked on their musical journeys together, Hilary opts for a more conventional life, embracing marriage...

Direction Brian Percival

Cast Sophie Nélisse · Geoffrey Rush · Emily Watson · Nico Liersch

Synopsis The Book Thief (2013) unfolds during the tumultuous World War II period, with Death serving as the narrator. The narrative revolves around Liesel Meminger, a young girl who, at the tender age of nine, is sent to reside with a...

Direction Diane Ademu-John · Anna Foerster · John Cameron · Richard J. Lewis

Cast Emily Watson · Olivia Williams · Travis Fimmel · Chloe Lea

Synopsis Dune: Prophecy (2024) is a captivating series that unfolds 10,000 years prior to the events depicted in Frank Herbert's seminal 1965 novel. The narrative revolves around the dynamic duo, sisters Valya and Tula Harkonnen, as they navigate a perilous journey...

Direction Simon Cellan Jones

Cast David Tennant · Emily Watson · Ed Stoppard · Roger Allam

Synopsis The Politician's Husband (TV Miniseries) (2013) is a gripping political drama that unfolds over three episodes. The story centers around Aiden Hoynes, a high-ranking cabinet minister who has consistently prioritized his political ambitions over his family life, with the unwavering...

Direction Steven Spielberg

Cast Jeremy Irvine · Emily Watson · Peter Mullan · Niels Arestrup

Synopsis War Horse (2011) follows the journey of Albert, a young farmer's son who forms a deep bond with a spirited bay foal. When the horse, now a strong colt, is sold at auction, Albert's father acquires him, naming him Joey....

Direction Paul Thomas Anderson

Cast Adam Sandler · Emily Watson · Philip Seymour Hoffman · Luis Guzmán

Synopsis Punch-Drunk Love (2002) follows the story of Barry Egan, a socially awkward individual who runs a modest novelty company. His life is heavily influenced by his seven overbearing sisters, making it challenging for him to find romantic connections. However, everything...

Direction Brett Ratner

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Edward Norton · Ralph Fiennes · Harvey Keitel

Synopsis Red Dragon (2002) follows the gripping tale of FBI agent Will Graham, portrayed by Edward Norton, who previously apprehended the infamous Hannibal "the Cannibal" Lecter, played by Anthony Hopkins. When a new serial killer, known as "the Tooth Fairy," starts...

Direction Jessica Hobbs

Cast Emily Watson · Ben Chaplin · Mark Bonnar · Syreeta Kumar

Synopsis Apple Tree Yard (TV Miniseries) (2017) follows the life of Yvonne Carmichael, portrayed by Emily Watson, who appears to have a perfect suburban existence with her two adult children. However, her world takes a dramatic turn when a random meeting...

Direction John Hillcoat

Cast Guy Pearce · Ray Winstone · Danny Huston · David Wenham

Synopsis The Proposition (2005) unfolds in the rugged landscape of late-19th century Australia, where Captain Stanley (Ray Winstone) apprehends the younger siblings of the infamous Burns brothers. In a desperate bid to maintain order, Stanley presents a grim proposition to the...

Direction Kurt Wimmer

Cast Christian Bale · Taye Diggs · Emily Watson · Angus MacFadyen

Synopsis Equilibrium (2002) is set in a dystopian future where a totalitarian government has achieved peace by outlawing emotions. In this society, any form of artistic expression, including books, art, and music, is strictly prohibited, and experiencing emotions is considered a...