star
7.5
2025
0h 59m
Richard Burton: Wild Genius
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.
groups Top Cast
Richard Burton
Self (archive footage)
Elizabeth Taylor
Self (archive footage)
Matthew Rhys
Self/Narrator
Michael Sheen
Self
Gabriel Byrne
Self
Siân Phillips
Self
Claire Bloom
Self
Iwan Rheon
Self
Derren Nesbitt
Self
Tony Palmer
Self
Waris Hussein
Self
David Wood
Self
