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Richard Burton: Wild Genius

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Richard Burton: Wild Genius

7.5

0h 59m

2025

Synopsis

The son of a Welsh miner, Richard Burton became a Hollywood star and is considered one of the greatest British actors ever. He lived a big life in a short time. This is his epic story, from the village of Pontrhydyfen to global icon, and from the teacher in Port Talbot spotting his talents and transforming his life to being offered $7 million for seven movies and a scandalous love affair with Elizabeth Taylor that captivated the world.

Director

Adrian Sibley

Documentary

Cast & Crew

Richard Burton

Richard Burton

as Self (archive footage)

Elizabeth Taylor

Elizabeth Taylor

as Self (archive footage)

Matthew Rhys

Matthew Rhys

as Self/Narrator

Michael Sheen

Michael Sheen

as Self

Gabriel Byrne

Gabriel Byrne

as Self

Siân Phillips

Siân Phillips

as Self

Claire Bloom

Claire Bloom

as Self

Iwan Rheon

Iwan Rheon

as Self

Derren Nesbitt

Derren Nesbitt

as Self

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