Simon Williams
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Birthday: June 16, 1946
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The Fiendish Plot of Dr. Fu Manchu
1980-08-08
The Fiendish Plot of Dr. Fu Manchu
Overview: Fu Manchu's 168th birthday celebration is dampened when a hapless flunky spills Fu's age-regressing elixir vitae. Fu sends his lackeys to round up ingredients for a new batch of elixir, starting with the Star of Leningrad diamond, nabbed from a Soviet exhibition in Washington. The FBI sends agents Capone and Williams to England to confer with Nayland Smith, an expert on Fu.
Genres: Comedy Horror Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1980-08-08
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The Willows in Winter
1996-12-26
The Willows in Winter
Overview: Hailed as the "rightful heir" to "The Wind in the Willows", William Horwood's critically acclaimed sequel comes to magical life in this beautifully animated feature-length classic. Join four of the best-loved characters in children's literature for their heart-warming and hilarious new adventure along the Riverbank, narrated by Academy Award-winner Vanessa Redgrave.
Genres: Animation Family
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-12-26
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Pig Heart Boy
1999-12-07
Pig Heart Boy
Overview: Cameron, a 13-year-old boy whose heart is failing. The only possible solution is an experimental transplant operation in which he's given a pig's heart. His father is determined to try anything to keep him alive, but his mother is not so sure.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-12-07
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Lady Godiva
2008-01-25
Lady Godiva
Overview: Quirky young art teacher Jemima takes up a £100,00 bet to ride through the town naked on horseback like Lady Godiva to keep her beloved Art Factory open.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-01-25
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The Opium War
1997-06-09
The Opium War
Overview: The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of Hong Kong by Britain; through the eyes of the key figures, fiercely nationalistic Lin Zexu, and opportunistic British naval diplomat Charles Elliot.
Genres: Drama War History
Original Language: zh
Release Date: 1997-06-09
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Three for All
1975-05-01
Three for All
Overview: A pop band and their girlfriends have fun in Spain
Genres: Music Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1975-05-01
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The Odd Job
1978-08-31
The Odd Job
Overview: Arthur Harris is a happily married man who returns from his job to discover that his wife, Fiona, is leaving him. Devastated he gets really drunk and tries to commit suicide. After a few setbacks and while he is trying to electrocute himself with a lamp, the door bell rings. An odd man in a leather coat asks if there are any odd jobs that he can perform. Arthur hires the man to kill him. The next day his wife returns, but the man he hired is still trying to kill him...
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-08-31
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The Return of the Man from U.N.C.L.E.: The Fifteen Years Later Affair
1983-04-05
The Return of the Man from U.N.C.L.E.: The Fifteen Years Later Affair
Overview: When THRUSH steals a nuclear weapon and demands a ransom delivered by Napoleon Solo, UNCLE recalls him and his partner to duty.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1983-04-05
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The Return of Sam McCloud
1989-11-12
The Return of Sam McCloud
Overview: Ex-Marshal McCloud now is senator of New Mexico, fighting for a new environment law. His enemy is Maitland, unscrupulous owner of Chemtel, the world's most important chemical manufacturer. Shortly after McCloud gives an inspiring speech, he barely escapes an bomb in his car and a shooting in a restaurant. When he learns that his niece, medical researcher for Chemtel, was killed, he begins to suspect that the attempts on his life were not made by Arabian terrorists, but by Maitland. He pays him a visit in Britain and starts to research on his own.
Genres: Crime Drama TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1989-11-12
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Sword of Honour
2001-01-02
Sword of Honour
Overview: Guy Crouchback joins the war effort during World War 2, an idealistic quest to join the forces of good in the fight against evil. But his efforts is not rewarded, he never has any chance to join any real fighting, circumstances always prevent it. Instead he finds himself in the middle of an army full of cowards, incompetents and a few outright evil men. They of course reap the fortunes of war, promotions and fame, but never Crouchback. His war is just an endless list of transfers and an hopeless but noble quest for righteousness.
Genres: Drama War
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-02
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The Eligible Bachelor
1993-02-03
The Eligible Bachelor
Overview: Sherlock Holmes' problem with disturbing dreams proves to be both an impediment and an aid in the search for a missing woman.
Genres: Thriller Crime Mystery TV Movie Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-02-03
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The Paranormal Peter Sellers
2001-01-01
The Paranormal Peter Sellers
Overview: This documentary revealed Peter Sellers obsession with the occult. Sellers was a highly superstitious man who consulted fortune tellers, clairvoyants and mediums to help him make key decisions in his life and work. Many of Sellers important decisions were influenced by Maurice Woodruff - a clairvoyant and astrologer based in London. Advice from the other side was taken on his marriage to Britt Ekland, accepting film roles such as Inspector Clouseau and dealing with his near fatal heart attack.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-01-01
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The Prisoner of Zenda
1979-08-17
The Prisoner of Zenda
Overview: Anthony Hope's classic tale gets a decidedly 'un-classic' treatment at the hands of Peter Sellers. Following the story somewhat, friends of the new King Rudolph of Ruritania fear for his life, and switch him with a look-a-like London cabby. Throw in two(!) lovely blondes, treachery, and a battle for life and honour, and enjoy life at its zaniest.
Genres: Action Adventure Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1979-08-17
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Forbidden Territory: Stanley's Search for Livingstone
1997-12-07
Forbidden Territory: Stanley's Search for Livingstone
Overview: British explorer Henry Stanley travels to Africa in 1871 seeking missionary David Livingstone.
Genres: Adventure Drama History TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-12-07
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The Touchables
1968-11-16
The Touchables
Overview: British rock star with a love-'em-and-leave-'em reputation. The tables are turned when four cute young girls kidnap the singer. After several days of sex and degradation, the poor fellow is rescued by his friends.
Genres: Crime Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1968-11-16
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The Gathering Storm
2002-04-22
The Gathering Storm
Overview: A love story offering an intimate look inside the marriage of Winston and Clementine Churchill during a particularly troubled, though little-known, moment in their lives.
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-04-22
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Goodbye Christopher Robin
2017-09-29
Goodbye Christopher Robin
Overview: The behind the scenes story of the life of A.A. Milne and the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories inspired by his son Christopher Robin.
Genres: Family History Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-09-29
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Jabberwocky
1977-03-28
Jabberwocky
Overview: A medieval tale with Pythonesque humour: After the death of his father the young Dennis Cooper goes to town where he has to pass several adventures. The town and the whole kingdom is threatened by a terrible monster called 'Jabberwocky'. Will Dennis make his fortune? Is anyone brave enough to defeat the monster?
Genres: Fantasy Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-03-28
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The Preventers
1996-12-16
The Preventers
Overview: Parody of 1960's spy capers.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1996-12-16
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Viceroy's House
2017-03-03
Viceroy's House
Overview: In 1947, Lord Mountbatten assumes the post of last Viceroy, charged with handing India back to its people, living upstairs at the house which was the home of British rulers, whilst 500 Hindu, Muslim and Sikh servants lived downstairs.
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-03
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Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks
1988-10-26
Doctor Who: Remembrance of the Daleks
Overview: London, 1963: The Doctor returns to the place where it all began — alongside his latest companion, Ace, with unfinished business. Not for the first time, unusual events are unfolding at Coal Hill School. At 76 Totter's Lane, the Doctor discovers that his oldest foes — the Daleks — are on the trail of stolen Time Lord technology that he left on Earth long ago. The Daleks are planning to perfect their own time-travel capability, in order to unleash themselves across the whole of time and space.
Genres: Science Fiction Drama Adventure
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1988-10-26
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The Breaking of Bumbo
1970-09-28
The Breaking of Bumbo
Overview: The hilarious adventures of young Bumbo Bailey, who enlists in the Brigade of Guards and is based in the prestigious Wellington Barracks in London in the Swinging Sixties. He regards his social life as important as his military.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-09-28
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National Theatre Live: Allelujah!
2018-11-01
National Theatre Live: Allelujah!
Overview: Filmed live at London’s Bridge Theatre during its limited run. The Beth, an old fashioned cradle-to-grave hospital serving a town in Yorkshire, is threatened with closure as part of an efficiency drive. A documentary crew, eager to capture its fight for survival, follows the daily struggle to find beds on the Dusty Springfield Geriatric Ward, and the triumphs of the old people’s choir.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-11-01
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Martin's Close
2019-12-24
Martin's Close
Overview: A young squire accused of murdering a young girl that did not return his feelings of love reveals a supernatural secret at his trial.
Genres: Horror TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-12-24
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A Very British Deterrent
2016-09-04
A Very British Deterrent
Overview: With Trident renewed for another generation, A Very British Deterrent tells the story of the remarkable events, eye-watering costs, power relationships and secret deals done half a century ago to secure Britain's very first submarine-launched nuclear missiles.
Genres: History Documentary Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-09-04
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The Uncanny
1977-08-24
The Uncanny
Overview: Wilbur Gray, a horror writer, has stumbled upon a terrible secret, that cats are supernatural creatures who really call the shots. In a desperate attempt to get others to believe him, Wilbur spews three tales of feline horror.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1977-08-24
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The Blood on Satan's Claw
1971-01-28
The Blood on Satan's Claw
Overview: The accidental unearthing of Satan’s earthly remains causes the children of a 17th-century English village to slowly convert into a coven of devil worshipers.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1971-01-28
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Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
2020-05-09
Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Overview: The comedy pioneer behind the Goon Show, Dr Strangelove and the Pink Panther series is explored in depth in this film, surveying his meteoric rise to fame and troubled personal life.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-05-09
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The Incredible Sarah
1976-11-05
The Incredible Sarah
Overview: The legendary actress Sarah Bernhardt's unconventional life and career are examined in this biopic. At an audition in 1860, the teenage Bernhardt proclaims herself the greatest actress of her time. Her career blossoms, as does her private life. But art and life don't stay balanced, much to the frustration of her lovers. The eccentric Bernhardt eventually does marry another actor, but it's her life on stage that ultimately gives her the most satisfaction.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1976-11-05
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The Late Nancy Irving
1984-11-26
The Late Nancy Irving
Overview: A famous US golfer with an extremely rare blood type is taken to a private hospital after falling ill. Her recovery prolongs and she befriends the people there. One day, she sees a TV news report on her death and realizes she's trapped.
Genres: Drama Horror
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-11-26
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Liza
1978-03-28
Liza
Overview: Lavretsky returns to Russia from Europe and joins the group of admirers of his beautiful young cousin Liza.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1978-03-28
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Joanna
1968-11-24
Joanna
Overview: When 17 year old Joanna comes to Swinging London, she meets a host of colourful characters, discovers the pleasures of casual sex and falls in love. That's when things get complicated.
Genres: Comedy Music Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1968-11-24
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