Cast: Edward Woodward

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Edward Woodward. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Direction Alfred Hitchcock · Allan King · Timothy Bond · René Bonnière

Cast Bernard Behrens · Cynthia Belliveau · David B. Nichols · Kathleen Quinlan

Synopsis The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (TV Series) (1985) is a revival of the classic anthology series, premiering in 1985 and running until 1989. This updated version, initially aired on NBC, featured a blend of newly produced stories and remakes of...

7.5

5K votes

7.5

5K votes

The Wicker Man

1973 · Movie · 85 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Robin Hardy

Cast Edward Woodward · Christopher Lee · Britt Ekland · Diane Cilento

Synopsis The Wicker Man (1973) is a British cult classic that, despite initial criticism, has since become a beloved and iconic film in British cinema. The story follows Sergeant Howie, portrayed by Edward Woodward, who is dispatched to the remote Scottish...

7.0

7K votes

7.0

7K votes

Breaker Morant

1980 · Movie · 107 min. · Australia

Direction Bruce Beresford

Cast Edward Woodward · Jack Thompson · John Waters · Bryan Brown

Synopsis Breaker Morant (1980) is set against the backdrop of the Boer War, where three Australian officers find themselves in a precarious situation. Accused of executing Boer prisoners, these lieutenants claim they were merely following orders. However, the higher-ups see an...

6.9

366 votes

6.9

366 votes

Hot Fuzz

2007 · Movie · 121 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Edgar Wright

Cast Simon Pegg · Nick Frost · Timothy Dalton · Jim Broadbent

Synopsis Hot Fuzz (2007) follows the story of a highly skilled London police officer, PC Nicholas Angel, who is transferred to the seemingly tranquil village of Sandford to curb his exceptional performance. Partnered with the enthusiastic and action-obsessed Danny Butterman, Angel...

6.7

27K votes

6.7

27K votes

Direction Clive Donner

Cast George C. Scott · Frank Finlay · Angela Pleasence · Edward Woodward

Synopsis A Christmas Carol (TV) (1984) follows the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy but miserly man who values money above all else. He shuns friendships, has estranged himself from his nephew Fred, and treats everyone with disdain. Christmas is his...

6.4

381 votes

6.4

381 votes

Direction Michael Sloan · Richard Lindheim · Alan Metzger · Tobe Hooper

Cast Edward Woodward · Keith Szarabajka · Robert Lansing · Mark Margolis

Synopsis The Equalizer (TV Series) (1985) follows the journey of Robert McCall, a formidable and straightforward private investigator who established his own agency after departing from a mysterious government organization. McCall dedicates his skills to assisting individuals whose issues are overlooked...

6.2

102 votes

6.2

102 votes

Direction David Gregory

Cast Anthony Shaffer · Peter Snell · Robin Hardy · Christopher Lee

Synopsis The Wicker Man Enigma (2001) delves into the intricate journey of bringing the cult classic film "The Wicker Man" to life, exploring the creative process behind its development and the challenges faced during its distribution. The documentary offers a behind-the-scenes...

6.0

35 votes

6.0

35 votes

6.0

143 votes

Young Winston

1972 · Movie · 145 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Richard Attenborough

Cast Simon Ward · Robert Shaw · Anne Bancroft · Jack Hawkins

Synopsis Young Winston (1972) presents a captivating historical drama that delves into the formative years of the iconic British politician, Winston Churchill, portrayed by Simon Ward. The narrative begins with Churchill's early life, offering a glimpse into his upbringing and the...

5.8

266 votes

5.8

266 votes

Champions

1984 · Movie · 113 min. · United States

Direction John Irvin

Cast John Hurt · Edward Woodward · Jan Francis · Ben Johnson

Synopsis Champions (1984) follows the inspiring journey of British jockey Bob Champion, portrayed by John Hurt, as he battles cancer and the grueling effects of chemotherapy. The film begins with Champion enjoying a vacation in Kentucky, only to receive the devastating...

5.7

60 votes

5.7

60 votes

Direction Sam Wanamaker

Cast Yul Brynner · Charles Gray · Edward Woodward · John Barrie

Synopsis The File of the Golden Goose (1969) follows the thrilling journey of detectives Novak and Thompson as they embark on a covert mission to infiltrate a notorious group of counterfeiters. The film delves into the intricate world of deception and...

5.5

78 votes

5.5

78 votes

Who Dares Wins

1982 · Movie · 125 min. · United Kingdom

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...

5.4

30 votes

5.4

30 votes

The Abduction Club

2002 · Movie · 92 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Stefan Schwartz

Cast Sophia Myles · Alice Evans · Matthew Rhys · Daniel Lapaine

Synopsis The Abduction Club (2002) follows the adventures of Garrett Byrne and James Strang, two younger sons who find themselves unable to inherit titles or estates. In a bid to enhance their social standing and financial prospects, they devise a daring...

5.4

40 votes

5.4

40 votes

Mister Johnson

1990 · Movie · 102 min. · United States

Direction Bruce Beresford

Cast Maynard Eziashi · Pierce Brosnan · Edward Woodward · Beatie Edney

Synopsis Mister Johnson (1990) unfolds in 1923 within the backdrop of British Colonial Nigeria, where the titular character, Mister Johnson, stands out as an anomaly. He is an educated black man who struggles to find his place among both the local...

5.3

165 votes

5.3

165 votes

Deadly Advice

1994 · Movie · 91 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Mandie Fletcher

Cast Jane Horrocks · Brenda Fricker · Imelda Staunton · Jonathan Pryce

Synopsis Deadly Advice (1994) centers around a domineering mother who exerts immense control over her daughters, leading them to envision a future of spinsterhood and servitude. Jodie, one of the daughters, harbors romantic feelings for the local physician, a man significantly...

5.2

51 votes

5.2

51 votes

Direction Otto Bathurst · Simon Curtis · Toby Haynes · Peter Hoar

Cast Hugh Bonneville · David Oyelowo · Sarah Smart · Edward Woodward

Synopsis Five Days (TV Series) (2007) kicks off on a sweltering summer day as Leanne Wellings takes her two young children to see their grandfather. During a brief stop at a motorway rest area to purchase flowers, Leanne mysteriously disappears, leaving...

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5.2

207 votes

5.2

207 votes

King David

1985 · Movie · 115 min. · United States

Direction Bruce Beresford

Cast Richard Gere · Edward Woodward · Alice Krige · Denis Quilley

Synopsis King David (1985) is a cinematic retelling of the classic biblical narrative, helmed by director Bruce Beresford. The film features Richard Gere in the title role of King David, the beloved of the God of Israel. Initially a humble shepherd...

4.9

787 votes

4.9

787 votes

Direction Alan Grint

Cast Rue McClanahan · Tony Randall · Edward Woodward · Stephanie Zimbalist

Synopsis The Man in the Brown Suit (TV) (1989) follows the thrilling journey of an American woman who finds herself entangled in a complex web of intrigue and danger when she becomes inadvertently involved in a high-stakes diamond heist in the...

4.8

41 votes

4.8

41 votes

The Appointment

1981 · Movie · 90 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Lindsey C. Vickers

Cast Edward Woodward · Jane Merrow · Samantha Weysom · John Judd

Synopsis The Appointment (1981) follows a family as they face an ominous presence that invades their home, bringing with it a chilling and malevolent force. The family must confront this supernatural entity and the terror it unleashes within their once-safe haven.

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Direction Graham Evans · Valerie Hanson · Quentin Lawrence · Bill Stewart

Cast Rowena Cooper · Ralph Watson · Edward Woodward · Julia Foster

Synopsis Trapped (1967) is a television series that aired in 1967, consisting of 11 episodes. The show follows the lives of individuals who find themselves in precarious situations, often due to their own actions or circumstances beyond their control. Each episode...

Not rated

Not rated