Cast: Alan Badel

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 Lindsay Anderson

Cast Richard Harris · Glenda Jackson · Rachel Roberts · Alan Badel

Synopsis This Sporting Life (1963) follows the story of Richard Harris as Frank Machin, a rugged and intense rugby player who works as a miner in Northern England. Machin's relentless and rebellious nature not only propels him to success on the...

Direction Jerry London

Cast Richard Chamberlain · Toshirô Mifune · Yôko Shimada · Frankie Sakai

Synopsis Shogun (TV Miniseries) (1980) follows the journey of John Blackthorne, a skilled English navigator whose ship meets its end on the shores of Japan during the early 17th century. Stranded in a foreign land, Blackthorne finds himself entangled in a...

Direction David Eady · George More O'Ferrall · Wendy Toye

Cast Orson Welles · Alan Badel · John Gregson · Elizabeth Sellars

Synopsis Three Cases of Murder (1955) presents a trio of tales that intertwine murder and the supernatural. The first narrative delves into the life of a museum employee who uncovers a hidden realm within the paintings he encounters daily. The second...

Direction Stanley Donen

Cast Gregory Peck · Sophia Loren · Alan Badel · Kieron Moore

Synopsis Arabesque (1966) unfolds a tale of global espionage, weaving together the lives of a university professor, a Middle Eastern prime minister, a cunning businessman, an enchanting spy, and ancient hieroglyphics. Dr. David Pollock (Gregory Peck), a renowned expert in ancient...

Direction Jack Gold

Cast Richard Burton · Lino Ventura · Lee Remick · Harry Andrews

Synopsis The Medusa Touch (1978) unfolds the extraordinary tale of a middle-aged Englishman plagued by the horrifying realization that he is the cause of global catastrophes. Richard Burton delivers a memorable performance as John Morlar, a writer who is savagely attacked...

Direction Guy Hamilton

Cast Robert Shaw · Harrison Ford · Barbara Bach · Edward Fox

Synopsis Force Ten from Navarone (1978) follows a group of World War II soldiers who are brought together for a crucial mission. This diverse team of military specialists is tasked with infiltrating enemy territory to demolish a strategically important bridge. The...

Direction Don Siegel

Cast Charles Bronson · Lee Remick · Donald Pleasence · Tyne Daly

Synopsis Telefon (1977) follows the story of Nicolai Dalchimski, a deranged KGB operative who absconds with a notebook containing the identities of covert KGB agents who were dispatched to the United States in the 1950s. These agents, under hypnosis, were programmed...

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 William Dieterle

Cast Rita Hayworth · Stewart Granger · Charles Laughton · Judith Anderson

Synopsis Salome (1953) is a lavish historical drama starring Rita Hayworth, which takes a unique approach to the biblical tale of John the Baptist's demise. The film portrays Salome, the stepdaughter of King Herod, as a woman shaped by her circumstances...

Direction Anton Leader

Cast Ian Hendry · Alan Badel · Barbara Ferris · Alfred Burke

Synopsis Children of the Damned (1964) follows a group of researchers who uncover six extraordinary children, each possessing immense intellectual capabilities. These young prodigies are transported to London for comprehensive examination. However, the children manage to break free from their confinement...

Direction William Dieterle

Cast Yvonne De Carlo · Carlos Thompson · Rita Gam · Valentina Cortese

Synopsis Magic Fire (1955) delves into the compelling narrative of the renowned German composer Richard Wagner, offering a comprehensive look at his personal journey and professional achievements. The film meticulously explores Wagner's creative process, his groundbreaking contributions to the world of...

Direction Tony Maylam

Cast Michael York · Jenny Agutter · Simon MacCorkindale · Alan Badel

Synopsis The Riddle of the Sands (1979) follows the journey of two British sailors, played by Michael York and Simon MacCorkindale, who inadvertently uncover a clandestine German strategy to invade the eastern coastline of England using a fleet of uniquely engineered...

Direction Lewis Gilbert

Cast Charles Aznavour · Alan Badel · Candice Bergen · Thommy Berggren

Synopsis The Adventurers (1970) follows the journey of a privileged playboy, the son of a slain South American diplomat. The story unfolds as he uncovers the truth behind his father's assassination, which was orchestrated by the country's corrupt president—a man who...

Direction Dick Clement

Cast Tom Courtenay · Romy Schneider · Alan Badel · James Villiers

Synopsis Otley (1968) follows the chaotic journey of Gerald Otley, a small-time thief and scavenger, who wakes up to a nightmare after a night of heavy drinking. He discovers that he is a prime suspect in a murder investigation, marking the...

Direction John Glenister · Mark Cullingham · John Davies · Roderick Graham

Cast Anthony Hopkins · Alan Dobie · Michael Robbins · Tenniel Evans

Direction Andrew McCullough

Cast Orson Welles · Natasha Parry · Arnold Moss · Bramwell Fletcher

Synopsis King Lear (TV) (1953) is a television adaptation of Shakespeare's renowned tragedy. The story revolves around the aging King of Britain, who chooses to split his realm into three sections and entrust the governance to his three daughters. The elder...

Direction Michael Anderson

Cast George Cole · Veronica Hurst · Heather Thatcher · Jon Pertwee

Synopsis Will Any Gentleman...? (1953) centers around a timid bank clerk residing in the dull suburbs of London, constantly dominated by his wife. His life takes an unexpected turn when a misunderstanding at a music hall leads him to share the...

Direction Cedric Messina · John Gorrie · Rudolph Cartier · Waris Hussein

Cast Charles Gray · Lally Bowers · Eileen Atkins · Janet Suzman

Synopsis BBC Play of the Month (TV Series) (1965) aired from 1965 to 1983, spanning an impressive 16 seasons and 120 episodes. This anthology series showcased a diverse range of dramatic performances, each episode presenting a unique play or adaptation. The...

Direction Trevor Griffiths · Roland Joffé · Stuart Burge · Michael Lindsay-Hogg

Cast Jack Shepherd · Lynn Farleigh · Rosemary Martin · Allan Surtees

Synopsis Bill Brand (TV Series) (1976) follows the journey of a charismatic and idealistic left-wing Member of Parliament, Bill Brand, as he navigates the tumultuous political landscape of the mid-1970s. Spanning 11 episodes, the series delves into Brand's struggles with the...