Screenplay: Simon Beaufoy

Top movies, series, and documentaries with a screenplay by Simon Beaufoy. Explore the titles that showcase an exceptional writing.


Slumdog Millionaire

2008 · Movie · 123 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Danny Boyle · Loveleen Tandan

Cast Dev Patel · Freida Pinto · Madhur Mittal · Anil Kapoor

Synopsis Slumdog Millionaire (2008) follows the journey of Jamal Malik (Dev Patel), an 18-year-old orphan hailing from the impoverished streets of Mumbai. He finds himself on the brink of an extraordinary moment as he competes on India’s popular game show, "Who...

7.7

135K votes

7.7

135K votes

Trust (TV Series)

2018 · Series · 60 min. · United States

Direction Simon Beaufoy · Danny Boyle · Dawn Shadforth · Jonathan van Tulleken

Cast Donald Sutherland · Hilary Swank · Brendan Fraser · Michael Esper

Synopsis Trust (TV Series) (2018) is a gripping drama that intertwines family history, dynastic intrigue, and a biting critique of wealth's destructive influence. Spanning 10 episodes, the series delves into the enigmatic core of every family, regardless of their financial status....

7.0

849 votes

7.0

849 votes

The Full Monty

1997 · Movie · 83 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Peter Cattaneo

Cast Robert Carlyle · Mark Addy · Tom Wilkinson · Lesley Sharp

Synopsis The Full Monty (1997) follows the journey of Gaz, portrayed by Robert Carlyle, a charismatic yet somewhat irresponsible individual who finds himself in a financial bind. In a bid to secure some quick cash, Gaz devises an unconventional plan: forming...

6.9

47K votes

6.9

47K votes

127 Hours

2010 · Movie · 93 min. · United States

Direction Danny Boyle

Cast James Franco · Kate Mara · Amber Tamblyn · Clémence Poésy

Synopsis 127 Hours (2010) chronicles the harrowing true-life ordeal of Aron Ralston, a daring young American mountaineer. In May 2003, Ralston found himself in a desperate situation while exploring the rugged landscapes of Utah. During his adventure, a massive boulder pinned...

6.8

57K votes

6.8

57K votes

Direction Francis Lawrence

Cast Jennifer Lawrence · Josh Hutcherson · Liam Hemsworth · Philip Seymour Hoffman

Synopsis The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) follows Katniss Everdeen as she navigates life after her triumph in the 74th Annual Hunger Games, alongside her co-victor, Peeta Mellark. Their victory necessitates a departure from their loved ones to embark on a...

6.4

56K votes

6.4

56K votes

Everest

2015 · Movie · 118 min. · United States

Direction Baltasar Kormákur

Cast Jason Clarke · Josh Brolin · Jake Gyllenhaal · Elizabeth Debicki

Synopsis Everest (2015) chronicles the harrowing tale of two separate climbing teams striving to conquer the peak of the world's tallest mountain in 1996. The film captures the extraordinary events as these groups face one of the most brutal snowstorms ever...

6.2

25K votes

6.2

25K votes

Among Giants

1998 · Movie · 94 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Sam Miller

Cast Pete Postlethwaite · Rachel Griffiths · James Thornton · Lennie James

Synopsis Among Giants (1998) unfolds a captivating love triangle set against the breathtaking backdrop of the North of England. The narrative revolves around two men whose lives are irrevocably altered when a young Australian woman joins their crew of painters on...

6.1

84 votes

6.1

84 votes

The Full Monty

2023 · Series · 51 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Andrew Chaplin · Catherine Morshead

Cast Robert Carlyle · Mark Addy · Lesley Sharp · Hugo Speer

Synopsis The Full Monty (2023) follows the original group of friends as they journey through the challenges of Sheffield, grappling with the deteriorating healthcare, education, and employment systems. The story delves into a more optimistic, humorous, and compassionate approach to overcoming...

6.1

159 votes

6.1

159 votes

Battle of the Sexes

2017 · Movie · 121 min. · United States

Direction Jonathan Dayton · Valerie Faris

Cast Emma Stone · Steve Carell · Andrea Riseborough · Elisabeth Shue

Synopsis Battle of the Sexes (2017) follows the true story of a pivotal moment in sports history. In the year 1973, former tennis champion Bobby Riggs challenges Billie Jean King to a highly publicized exhibition match, dubbing it the "Battle of...

6.0

5K votes

6.0

5K votes

Direction Lasse Hallström

Cast Ewan McGregor · Emily Blunt · Kristin Scott Thomas · Rachael Stirling

Synopsis Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2011) follows the journey of Dr. Alfred Jones (Ewan McGregor), a fisheries scientist whose life is marked by mundane yet significant events, such as acquiring a new electric toothbrush and publishing an article on caddis...

5.9

12K votes

5.9

12K votes

Direction Bharat Nalluri

Cast Frances McDormand · Amy Adams · Ciarán Hinds · Shirley Henderson

Synopsis Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day (2008) is a charming romantic comedy set in 1939 London, where a middle-aged governess, Miss Guinevere Pettigrew, portrayed by Academy Award winner Frances McDormand, is abruptly let go from her job. Seeking new employment,...

5.8

2K votes

5.8

2K votes

5.2

456 votes

Direction Omar Madha

Cast Bradley Whitford · Neve Campbell · Rupert Penry-Jones · Marc Warren

Synopsis Burn Up (TV Miniseries) (2008) is a gripping drama that unfolds over two episodes, centering around a high-stakes summit on climate change. The narrative revolves around the tense interactions between an influential oil industrialist, a passionate environmental activist, and a...

4.6

53 votes

4.6

53 votes

The Darkest Light

1999 · Movie · 92 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Simon Beaufoy · Bille Eltringham

Cast Stephen Dillane · Kerry Fox · Keri Arnold · Kavita Sungha

Synopsis The Darkest Light (1999) follows the journey of two schoolgirls, one Catholic and the other Hindu, who encounter an unusual and intense light on the moors. The Catholic girl perceives this vision as the Virgin Mary, believing she will aid...

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Direction Bille Eltringham

Cast Michael Colgan · Kenneth Glenaan · David Bradley · John Henshaw

Synopsis This Is Not a Love Song (2002) follows the story of small-time criminal Heaton, who eagerly awaits the release of his close friend Spike from prison. Spike has been incarcerated for a couple of months due to possession of 87g...

Not rated

Not rated