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- DirectorSteve McQueenStarsChiwetel EjioforMichael Kenneth WilliamsMichael FassbenderIn the antebellum United States, Solomon Northup, a free Black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery.Biopic of Solomon Northup (1808-1863). The remarkable true story of a free Black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery, showcasing his resilience and fight for freedom. The movie covers the years of Solomon's enslavement and his eventual escape.
- DirectorRidley ScottStarsGérard DepardieuArmand AssanteSigourney WeaverChristopher Columbus' discovery of the Americas and the effect this has on the indigenous people.Biopic of Christopher Columbus (1451-1506). A depiction of Columbus' journey to the Americas, exploring his determination to reach uncharted lands and the consequences of his exploration.
- DirectorMarielle HellerStarsMatthew RhysTom HanksChris CooperBased on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Lloyd Vogel.Biopic of Fred Rogers (1928-2003). The heartwarming tale of the beloved TV host who spread kindness and positivity to generations of children. The film captures Mr. Rogers' core values and his impact on children's programming.
- DirectorDavid CronenbergStarsMichael FassbenderKeira KnightleyViggo MortensenA look at how the intense relationship between Carl Jung and Sigmund Freud gives birth to psychoanalysis.Biopic of Carl Jung (1875-1961) and Sigmund Freud (1856-1939). The exploration of the professional relationship between two influential psychoanalysts, focusing on their different ideologies and personal conflicts.
- DirectorFred ZinnemannStarsPaul ScofieldWendy HillerRobert ShawThe story of Sir Thomas More, who stood up to King Henry VIII when the King rejected the Roman Catholic Church to obtain a divorce and remarry.Biopic of Sir Thomas More (1478-1535). A portrayal of More's unwavering commitment to his beliefs and moral principles, even in the face of political pressure during the reign of King Henry VIII.
- DirectorTerence DaviesStarsEmma BellSara VertongenRose WilliamsThe story of American poet Emily Dickinson from her early days as a young schoolgirl to her later years as a reclusive, unrecognized artist.Biopic of Emily Dickinson (1830-1886). An intimate look at the life of the reclusive American poet, showcasing her complex personality, her struggles with illness, and her unique perspective on life.
- DirectorBaltasar KormákurStarsShailene WoodleySam ClaflinJeffrey ThomasA true story of survival, as a young couple's chance encounter leads them first to love, and then on the adventure of a lifetime as they face one of the most catastrophic hurricanes in recorded history.Biopic of Tami Oldham Ashcraft (born 1960). The story of a woman's survival and resilience after being stranded at sea for 41 days. The film portrays Tami's determination to stay alive against all odds.
- DirectorOliver StoneStarsColin FarrellAnthony HopkinsRosario DawsonAlexander, the King of Macedonia and one of the greatest army leaders in the history of warfare, conquers much of the known world.Biopic of Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). A sweeping epic depicting the life and conquests of the ancient Macedonian king, showcasing his military genius and his vision for a united world.
- DirectorJay RoachStarsBryan CranstonAnthony MackieMelissa LeoLyndon B. Johnson becomes the President of the United States in the chaotic aftermath of John F. Kennedy's assassination, and spends his first year in office fighting to pass the Civil Rights Act.Biopic of Lyndon B. Johnson (1908-1973). The film portrays Johnson's efforts to advance civil rights legislation during his presidency, highlighting his political acumen and determination.
- DirectorMichael AptedStarsIoan GruffuddAlbert FinneyMichael GambonThe idealist William Wilberforce maneuvers his way through Parliament, endeavoring to end the British transatlantic slave trade.Biopic of William Wilberforce (1759-1833). The story of the British abolitionist's tireless campaign to end the slave trade, emphasizing his strong moral convictions and advocacy.
- DirectorDoug LimanStarsTom CruiseDomhnall GleesonSarah WrightThe story of Barry Seal, an American pilot who became a drug-runner for the CIA in the 1980s in a clandestine operation that would be exposed as the Iran-Contra Affair.Biopic of Barry Seal (1939-1986). The story of a pilot who became involved in drug smuggling and covert operations for the CIA in the 1980s, highlighting his daring escapades.
- DirectorTyler MeasomJustin WeinsteinStarsJames RandiPenn JilletteTellerThe life and career of the renowned stage magician turned scientific skeptic of the paranormal, James Randi.Biopic of James The Amazing Randi (1928-2020). A documentary exploring the life of the magician and skeptic who dedicated his life to debunking fraudulent claims of the supernatural.
- DirectorJean-Louis GuillermouStarsStefano DionisiMichel SerraultMichel GalabruThe life of Antonio Vivaldi, the great Italian composer and musician of the 17th century.Biopic of Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741). A French TV movie portraying the life of the Italian composer, showcasing his musical talents and his connection to Venice.
- DirectorBen AffleckStarsBen AffleckBryan CranstonJohn GoodmanActing under the cover of a Hollywood producer scouting a location for a science fiction film, a CIA agent launches a dangerous operation to rescue six Americans in Tehran during the U.S. hostage crisis in Iran in 1979.Biopic of Tony Mendez (1940-2019). The thrilling account of a CIA officer's daring mission to rescue American diplomats during the Iran Hostage Crisis in 1979.
- CreatorAlexander EikStarsKyle MacLachlanSofia HelinTobias SantelmannBased on the true story of how the Norwegian crown princess steals the heart of President Franklin D. Roosevelt during World War II and changes the face of world politics.Biopic of Crown Princess Märtha of Norway (1901-1954). A series depicting the Norwegian royal family's exile in the United States during World War II, focusing on Crown Princess Märtha's diplomatic efforts.
- DirectorMichael PaxtonStarsSharon GlessMichael S. BerlinerHarry BinswangerA documentary focusing on the life of novelist and philosopher Ayn Rand, the author of the bestselling novels The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged and originator of the Objectivist philosophy.Biopic of Ayn Rand (1905-1982). A documentary exploring the life and philosophy of the Russian-American novelist and philosopher, emphasizing her advocacy for individualism and objectivism.
- DirectorJosée DayanStarsGérard DepardieuJeanne MoreauFanny ArdantA man who created great literature from the adventures of his own life--and the women at the heart of it. Although gruff, unsophisticated, and far from handsome, Balzac exerts an irresistible fascination on women.Biopic of Honoré de Balzac (1799-1850). A French TV movie portraying the life of the influential French novelist, highlighting his dedication to his literary work.
- DirectorJuraj JakubiskoStarsAnna FrielKarel RodenVincent ReganWith an unquenchable thirst for blood, Countess Elizabeth Bathory was one of the most prolific serial killers in history.Biopic of Elizabeth Báthory (1560-1614). A film loosely based on the life of the Hungarian countess, known for her alleged sadistic acts and the legend of her bathing in the blood of virgins.
- DirectorPeter W. KunhardtStarsKenan AkanselSaul BishtSusie Buffet Jr.The legendary investor started out as an ambitious, numbers-obsessed boy from Nebraska and ended up becoming one of the richest and most respected men in the world.Biopic of Warren Buffett (born 1930). A documentary on the life of the renowned investor and philanthropist, exploring his principles and decisions.
- DirectorAmma AsanteStarsGugu Mbatha-RawMatthew GoodeEmily WatsonThe biracial daughter, Dido Elizabeth Belle (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), of Royal Navy Captain Sir John Lindsay (Matthew Goode) is raised by aristocratic Great-uncle Lord William Murray, 1st Earl of Mansfield (Tom Wilkinson) in 18th century England.Biopic of Dido Elizabeth Belle (1761-1804). The story of the mixed-race woman who lived in 18th-century England, examining her struggles against racial prejudice and her role in influencing social change.
- DirectorTim BurtonStarsAmy AdamsChristoph WaltzDanny HustonA drama about the awakening of painter Margaret Keane, her phenomenal success in the 1950s, and the subsequent legal difficulties she had with her husband, who claimed credit for her works in the 1960s.Biopic of Margaret Keane (born 1927). The account of the artist's legal battle with her husband, who claimed credit for her distinctive paintings of wide-eyed children.
- StarsSimon WhistlerBiopic of Augustus (63 BC-14 AD). A TV episode exploring the life and achievements of the first Roman emperor, highlighting his contributions to the Roman Empire.
- DirectorPhil GrabskyStarsBrian CoxKeith HopkinsJack PerkinsBiopic of Augustus (63 BC-14 AD). A TV episode chronicling the rise of Augustus to power and his impact on Roman history.
- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsForest WhitakerDiane VenoraMichael ZelnikerThe troubled life and career of jazz musician Charlie "Bird" Parker.Biopic of Charlie Bird Parker (1920-1955). A portrayal of the influential jazz saxophonist's life, his musical genius, and his struggles with addiction.
- DirectorEmilio EstevezStarsAnthony HopkinsDemi MooreSharon StoneThe destinies of 22 people of different races, sexes, beliefs and social classes are intertwined on the night that politician Robert F. Kennedy is assassinated.Biopic of Robert F. Kennedy (1925-1968). A film set against the backdrop of the 1968 assassination of the U.S. Senator and his impact on American politics.
- DirectorBryan SingerStarsRami MalekLucy BoyntonGwilym LeeThe story of the legendary British rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, leading up to their famous performance at Live Aid (1985).Biopic of Freddie Mercury (1946-1991). The electrifying story of the lead singer of Queen, highlighting his extraordinary vocal talent and his journey to self-discovery.
- DirectorAlexandra DeanStarsHedy LamarrMel BrooksJennifer HomThe life and career of the hailed Hollywood movie star and underappreciated genius inventor, Hedy Lamarr.Biopic of Hedy Lamarr (1914-2000). A documentary exploring the life of the actress and inventor, highlighting her contributions to technology.
- DirectorArthur PennStarsWarren BeattyFaye DunawayMichael J. PollardBored waitress Bonnie Parker falls in love with an ex-con named Clyde Barrow and together they start a violent crime spree through the country, stealing cars and robbing banks.Biopic of Bonnie Parker (1910-1934) and Clyde Barrow (1909-1934). A portrayal of the infamous criminal couple's criminal exploits and their romanticized image in popular culture.
- DirectorOliver StoneStarsTom CruiseBryan LarkinRaymond J. BarryThe biography of Ron Kovic. Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, he becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country for which he fought.Biopic of Ron Kovic (born 1946). The story of a Vietnam War veteran's transformation from a patriotic young man to an anti-war activist and advocate for veterans' rights.
- DirectorAndy SerkisStarsAndrew GarfieldClaire FoyHugh BonnevilleThe inspiring true love story of Robin and Diana Cavendish, an adventurous couple who refuse to give up in the face of a devastating disease.Biopic of Robin Cavendish (1930-1994). The inspiring tale of a man paralyzed by polio who defied medical expectations and became an advocate for people with disabilities.
- DirectorBarry LevinsonStarsWarren BeattyAnnette BeningHarvey KeitelThe story of how Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel started Las Vegas.Biopic of Benjamin Bugsy Siegel (1906-1947). A depiction of the notorious mobster's involvement in organized crime and his role in shaping Las Vegas.
- DirectorBruno NuyttenStarsIsabelle AdjaniGérard DepardieuMadeleine RobinsonCamille Claude impresses already-famous sculptor Auguste Rodin. He hires her as an assistant, but soon Camille begins to sculpt for herself and she also becomes his mistress. But after a while, she would like to get out of his shadow.Biopic of Camille Claudel (1864-1943). The story of the French sculptor's tumultuous relationship with Auguste Rodin and her struggles to gain recognition in the art world.
- DirectorLaurent JaouiStarsStéphane FreissAnouk GrinbergAgathe DronneA romantic, a scoundrel, a private man... The touching and absurd story of the philosopher Albert Camus as seen through they eyes of the many women in his life.Biopic of Albert Camus (1913-1960). A French TV movie exploring the life and philosophical contributions of the existentialist writer, highlighting his quest for meaning.
- DirectorBennett MillerStarsPhilip Seymour HoffmanClifton Collins Jr.Catherine KeenerIn 1959, Truman Capote learns of the murder of a Kansas family and decides to write a book about the case. While researching for his novel In Cold Blood, Capote forms a relationship with one of the killers, Perry Smith, who is on death row.Biopic of Truman Capote (1924-1984). The account of the author's journey to write his groundbreaking true crime novel, In Cold Blood.
- DirectorPaul GreengrassStarsTom HanksBarkhad AbdiBarkhad AbdirahmanThe true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the U.S.-flagged MV Maersk Alabama, the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in two hundred years.Biopic of Richard Phillips (born 1955). The gripping story of a merchant mariner's capture by Somali pirates and his subsequent rescue.
- DirectorJesus Garces LambertStarsManuel AgnelliEmanuele MariglianoMina GregoriAn exciting and unsettling cinematic journey through the life, work and torments of Caravaggio. Light and shadow, contrasts and contradictions, genius and intemperance distinguish his existence and his art. A narrative and visual excursus, filmed in : Milan, Florence, Rome, Naples and Malta.Biopic of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571-1610). A visual exploration of the life and artistic achievements of the Baroque painter.
- DirectorLasse HallströmStarsHeath LedgerSienna MillerJeremy IronsThe fabled romantic Giacomo Casanova, after failing to win the affection of the Venetian woman Francesca Bruni, strives to discover the real meaning of love.Biopic of Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798). A depiction of the 18th-century Italian adventurer's amorous escapades and his encounters with influential figures of his time.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsLeonardo DiCaprioTom HanksChristopher WalkenBarely 17 yet, Frank is a skilled forger who has passed as a doctor, lawyer and pilot. FBI agent Carl becomes obsessed with tracking down the con man, who only revels in the pursuit.Biopic of Frank Abagnale (1948-). A con artist who successfully committed fraud while evading capture.
- StarsHelen MirrenJason ClarkeGina McKeeThe life and times of the woman who reformed the Russian empire.Biopic of Catherine the Great (1729-1796). Empress of Russia known for her enlightened rule.
- DirectorPercy AdlonStarsEva MattesJürgen ArndtNorbert WarthaIn 1914, with men gone to war, Marcel Proust hired Céleste Albaret as his attendant. More than eight years later, she was at his side when he died. During this entire time, she only entered his room when he rang for her, sleeping from 9 AM to 3 PM to wait during the night while he wrote. Marcel uses her as more than a servant: she is his muse, telling stories of her childhood to stir his remembrance of things past; she's in cahoots with him as he manipulates those he wants to draw on for his writing; she listens appalled to his descriptions of the underside of Paris. Hers is a life of love and sweet devotion as he races time to finish his work before death.Biopic of Céleste Albaret (1894-1984). The housekeeper and confidante of French writer Marcel Proust.
- DirectorClint EastwoodStarsAngelina JolieColm FeoreAmy RyanAfter Christine's son goes missing, she reaches out to the LAPD to find him. But when they try to pass off an impostor as her son to quieten public protests, she refuses to accept him or give up hope.Biopic of Christine Collins (1888-1964). A mother whose son went missing in 1928 and who fought against the corrupt L.A.P.D.
- DirectorRichard AttenboroughStarsRobert Downey Jr.Geraldine ChaplinPaul RhysAn elderly Charlie Chaplin discusses his autobiography with his editor, recounting his amazing journey from his poverty-stricken childhood to world-wide success after the ingenious invention of the Little Tramp.Biopic of Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977). A pioneering comedian and filmmaker who became an icon of silent cinema.
- DirectorHugh HudsonStarsBen CrossIan CharlesonNicholas FarrellTwo British track athletes, one a determined Jew and the other a devout Christian, are driven to win in the 1924 Olympics as they wrestle with issues of pride and conscience.Biopic of Eric Liddell (1902-1945) and Harold Abrahams (1899-1978). British athletes who won gold medals in the 1924 Olympics.
- DirectorMike NicholsStarsTom HanksJulia RobertsPhilip Seymour HoffmanA drama based on a Texas congressman Charlie Wilson's covert dealings in Afghanistan, where his efforts to assist rebels in their war with the Soviets have some unforeseen and long-reaching effects.Biopic of Charlie Wilson (1933-2010). A U.S. Congressman who aided Afghan mujahideen during the Soviet-Afghan War.
- DirectorPierre AknineStarsFrédéric DiefenthalArmelle DeutschAnnelise HesmeThe film is based on real events in the life of the famous French writer and politician François-René de Chateaubriand.Biopic of François-René de Chateaubriand (1768-1848). A French writer and diplomat who founded Romanticism in French literature.
- DirectorWash WestmorelandStarsKeira KnightleyFiona ShawDominic WestColette is pushed by her husband to write novels under his name. Upon their success, she fights to make her talents known, challenging gender norms.Biopic of Colette (1873-1954). A French novelist who fought for recognition in a male-dominated literary world.
- DirectorJoseph VilsmaierStarsBen BeckerHeino FerchUlrich NoethenThe film chronicles the rise and fall of Germany's most famous a capella group, the Comedian Harmonists, in 1930s Germany.Biopic of the Comedian Harmonists. A film recounting the story of the German vocal group that rose to fame in the 1920s and faced challenges during the Nazi era.
- DirectorPeter LandesmanStarsWill SmithAlec BaldwinAlbert BrooksIn Pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play.Biopic of Bennet Omalu (1968-). A forensic pathologist who discovered Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in football players in the early 2000s.
- DirectorAgnieszka HollandStarsEd HarrisDiane KrugerMatthew GoodeA fictionalized account of the last year of Beethoven's life.Biopic of Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). A German composer who overcame deafness to create timeless music.
- CreatorDavid S. GoyerStarsTom RileyGregg ChilingirianEros VlahosFollows Leonardo Da Vinci during his early days in Florence, as a young artist, inventor and dreamer, trying to change the future.Biopic of Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Italian polymath known for his contributions to art and science.
- DirectorAndrzej WajdaStarsGérard DepardieuWojciech PszoniakAnne AlvaroIn 1793, as the Terror begins in France, Georges Danton, a champion-of-the-people, returns to clash against Maximilien Robespierre and his extremist party.Biopic of Georges Danton (1759-1794). A leading figure in the early stages of the French Revolution.
- DirectorTodd HaynesStarsMark RuffaloAnne HathawayTim RobbinsA corporate defense attorney takes on an environmental lawsuit against a chemical company that exposes a lengthy history of pollution.Biopic of Robert Bilott (1965-). A corporate lawyer who exposed chemical pollution in West Virginia.
- DirectorJoe WrightStarsGary OldmanLily JamesKristin Scott ThomasIn May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.Biopic of Winston Churchill (1874-1965). A film centered around Churchill's early days as Prime Minister during World War II and his leadership in a crucial time.
- DirectorGabriel Le BominStarsLambert WilsonIsabelle CarréOlivier GourmetParis, June 1940. The de Gaulle couple is confronted with the military and political collapse of France. Charles de Gaulle joins London while Yvonne, his wife, finds herself with her three children on the road of the exodus.Biopic of Charles de Gaulle (1890-1970). A French statesman who led the Free French Forces during WWII and founded the French Fifth Republic.
- DirectorDavid DevineStarsThomas Jay RyanAlison PillKathryn LongSearching for inspiration, impressionist Edgar Degas hires a struggling young ballerina to pose for him. However, their critical attitudes and equally stubborn opinions push both towards greater heights. Based on actual events.Biopic of Edgar Degas (1834-1917). A French artist famous for his paintings and sculptures of dancers.
- DirectorRichard RaymondStarsFreida PintoNazanin BoniadiTom CullenAfshin Ghaffarian risks everything to start a dance company amid his home country of Iran's politically volatile climate and the nation's ban on dancing.Biopic of Afshin Ghaffarian (1986-). An Iranian dancer who defied his country's ban on dancing.
- DirectorVolker SchlöndorffStarsAndré DussollierNiels ArestrupBurghart KlaußnerA historical drama that depicts the relationship between Dietrich von Choltitz, the German military governor of occupied Paris, and Swedish consul-general Raoul Nordling.Biopic of Raoul Nordling (1882-1962). A Swedish diplomat who negotiated to save Paris from destruction in 1944.
- DirectorEtienne ComarStarsReda KatebCécile de FranceBea PalyaThe story of Django Reinhardt, famous guitarist and composer, and his flight from German-occupied Paris in 1943.Biopic of Django Reinhardt (1910-1953). A Belgian-born Romani-French jazz guitarist and composer.
- DirectorMike NewellStarsAl PacinoJohnny DeppMichael MadsenAn FBI undercover agent infiltrates the mob and finds himself identifying more with the Mafia life--at the expense of his regular one.Biopic of Joseph Pistone (1939-). An FBI agent who infiltrated the Mafia under the alias Donnie Brasco.
- DirectorNicolas GlimoisKarim KamraniStarsAnnick CojeanBill GatesSteve JobsBiopic of Steve Jobs (1955-2011) and Bill Gates (1955-). Tech visionaries who revolutionized personal computing.
- DirectorGary JohnstoneStarsAidan McArdleShirley HendersonSteven RobertsonThis docudrama examines the history of scientific discovery that lead up to Albert Einstein's famous equation E=mc2 and its aftermath in the creation of nuclear energy. This includes Faraday's discovery of electromagnetic fields; Antoine Lavoisier's discovery that mass is never lost; and Emilie du Chatelet's demonstration that Newton's calculation of the velocity of a falling object was incorrect. By 1905, the miracle year where the publication Einstein's four physics papers changed over 200 years of scientific fundamentals, all of this came together with his now famous equation. Afterwards, Lise Meisner's work on uranium let to her conclusion that splitting an atom would release large amounts of energy.Biopic of Albert Einstein (1879-1955). A documentary exploring the life and groundbreaking scientific contributions of the iconic physicist.
- DirectorPhilip MartinStarsDavid TennantRichard McCabePatrick KennedyDrama about the development of Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity, and Einstein's relationship with British scientist Sir Arthur Eddington, the first physicist to experimentally prove his ideas.TV Movie about Albert Einstein (1879-1955) and Arthur Eddington (1882-1944). Chronicles their roles in proving the theory of relativity.
- StarsMarina AleksandrovaMichael GorVladimir YaglychThe life of Russian Empress Ekaterina II (Catherine the Great), a German-born princess who came to Russia as the wife of Peter III, chosen by her aunt Elizabeth, and who, once in power, transformed the Russian empire.Biopic of Catherine the Great (1729-1796). Empress of Russia known for her modernization efforts.
- StarsMarina AleksandrovaVladimir YaglychAlina Tomnikov1774, the reign of Catherine was under great threat from four sides. There is a war with Turkey, which can turn out for Russia either a successful peace or a crushing defeat. In addition, in Paris, in the hands of fugitive Poles and French adventurers, there is an important trump card against Catherine - Elizaveta Tarakanova, the self-proclaimed daughter of Elizabeth Petrovna. In the south of Russia, a peasant uprising by Emelyan Pugachev, another impostor who declared himself Peter III, flares up. Finally, danger is brewing in the palace: Panin is considering options for transferring power from Catherine to Paul. The fate of Russia depends on the decisions of the Empress.Biopic of Catherine the Great (1729-1796). Empress of Russia who expanded the empire.
- StarsSayat AbadzhyanVitaliy GerasimovMonika GossmannEkaterina Alekseevna has been reigning for the sixth year. She must contend with the threat of war, while a conspiracy brews against her at court. Love intrigues are closely intertwined with state concerns: Grigory Orlov, the father of her illegitimate son, and the young officer Grigory Potemkin are fighting for Catherine's heart. But Catherine the Second would not have become Great if she had not found the strength in herself to overcome any trials.Biopic of Catherine the Great (1729-1796). Empress of Russia who expanded the empire's territory.
- DirectorAnthony MannStarsCharlton HestonSophia LorenRaf ValloneThe fabled Spanish hero Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (a.k.a. El Cid) overcomes a family vendetta and court intrigue to defend Christian Spain against the Moors.Biopic of El Cid (1043-1099). A Castilian knight and warlord during the Reconquista.
- DirectorShekhar KapurStarsCate BlanchettLiz GilesRod CulbertsonThe early years of the reign of Elizabeth I of England and her difficult task of learning what is necessary to be a monarch.Biopic of Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603). The Virgin Queen who led England during a time of great change and expansion.
- DirectorBaz LuhrmannStarsTom HanksAustin ButlerOlivia DeJongeThe life of American music icon Elvis Presley, from his childhood to becoming a rock and movie star in the 1950s while maintaining a complex relationship with his manager, Colonel Tom Parker.Biopic of Elvis Presley (1935-1977). A cultural icon who revolutionized music and became the King of Rock and Roll.
- DirectorFrances O'ConnorStarsEmma MackeyOliver Jackson-CohenFionn Whitehead"Emily" imagines the transformative, exhilarating, and uplifting journey to womanhood of a rebel and a misfit, one of the world's most famous, enigmatic, and provocative writers, who died, too soon, at age 30.Biopic of Emily Dickinson (1830-1886). An American poet known for her unique style and introspective works that explored themes of death, nature, and the human experience.
- DirectorSteven SoderberghStarsJulia RobertsAlbert FinneyDavid BrisbinAn unemployed single mother becomes a legal assistant and almost single-handedly brings down a California power company accused of polluting a city's water supply.Biopic of Erin Brockovich (1960-). A legal assistant who exposed groundwater contamination in Hinkley, California.
- DirectorGérard CorbiauStarsStefano DionisiEnrico Lo VersoElsa ZylbersteinThe story of castrato opera singer Carlo Broschi, who enthralled 18th-century European audiences under his stage name Farinelli.Biopic of Farinelli (1705-1782). An Italian castrato singer who was one of the most famous opera singers of his time.
- DirectorDamien ChazelleStarsRyan GoslingClaire FoyJason ClarkeA look at the life of the astronaut, Neil Armstrong, and the legendary space mission that led him to become the first man to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969.Biopic of Neil Armstrong (1930-2012). The journey of the astronaut who became the first person to walk on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission.
- DirectorMarc AbrahamStarsGreg KinnearLauren GrahamAlan AldaRobert Kearns takes on the Detroit automakers who he claims stole his idea for the intermittent windshield wiper.Biopic of Robert Kearns (1927-2005). The true story of the engineer who invented the intermittent windshield wiper and battled automakers for recognition.
- StarsDominic CooperLara PulverSamuel WestLook at the 007 creator, Ian Fleming, and his early life set against the permissive society of war-torn WWII London.Biopic of Ian Fleming (1908-1964). A miniseries exploring the life of the British author and his creation of the iconic spy character, James Bond.
- DirectorJames MangoldStarsMatt DamonChristian BaleJon BernthalAmerican car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles battle corporate interference and the laws of physics to build a revolutionary race car for Ford in order to defeat Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966.Biopic of Carroll Shelby (1923-2012) and Ken Miles (1918-1966). Automotive designers who built a race car for Ford to challenge Ferrari at Le Mans.
- DirectorJay RoachStarsEd HarrisJulianne MooreWoody HarrelsonGovernor Sarah Palin of Alaska becomes Senator John McCain's running mate in the 2008 Presidential election.Biopic of Sarah Palin (born 1964). A film based on the 2008 U.S. presidential campaign, focusing on the selection of Palin as John McCain's running mate.
- CreatorRobbie PickeringStarsJulia RobertsSean PennDan StevensA modern take on the 1970s political Watergate scandal centering on untold stories and forgotten characters of the time.Biopic of Martha Mitchell (1918-1976). A miniseries based on true events, chronicling the Watergate scandal from the perspective of Martha Mitchell.
- CreatorKenneth BillerNoah PinkSuzan-Lori ParksStarsSamantha ColleySeth GabelAntonio BanderasThe life stories of history's greatest minds, from their days as young adults to their final years: their discoveries, loves, relationships, causes, flaws, and genius.TV Series about Albert Einstein (1879-1955). A physicist who developed the theory of relativity and changed our understanding of the universe.
- DirectorJames GartnerStarsJosh LucasDerek LukeAustin NicholsIn 1966, Texas Western coach Don Haskins led the first all-black starting line-up for a college basketball team to the NCAA national championship.Biopic of Don Haskins (1930-2008). A basketball coach who led the first all-black starting lineup to the NCAA championship.
- StarsSergey BezrukovSergey MakovetskiySvetlana KhodchenkovaThe mysterious death of the rightful heir ends the rule of the ancient dynasty, leading to a power struggle. The mystery of Godunov's rise to power, deceitful conspiracies, and destruction of his family are unveiled in this major saga.Biopic of Boris Godunov (1551-1605). A Russian tsar during the Time of Troubles.
- DirectorPhilipp StölzlStarsAlexander FehlingMiriam SteinMoritz BleibtreuAfter aspiring poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe fails his law exams, he's sent to a sleepy provincial court to reform. Instead, he falls for Lotte, a young woman who is promised to another man.Biopic of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832). A German writer and statesman, author of Faust.
- DirectorBille AugustStarsJoseph FiennesDennis HaysbertDiane KrugerGoodbye Bafana is the true story of a white South African racist whose life was profoundly altered by the black prisoner he guarded for twenty years. The prisoner's name was Nelson Mandela.Biopic of James Gregory (1941-2003). A prison guard who befriended Nelson Mandela during his incarceration.
- DirectorSimon CurtisStarsDomhnall GleesonMargot RobbieKelly MacdonaldThe relationship between writer AA Milne and his son, Christopher Robin, and how this became the inspiration for Winnie the Pooh.Biopic of A.A. Milne (1882-1956). The relationship between the author and his son, which inspired the creation of the beloved Winnie-the-Pooh stories.
- DirectorOlivier DahanStarsNicole KidmanTim RothAndré PenvernThe story of former Hollywood star Grace Kelly's crisis of marriage and identity, during a political dispute between Monaco's Prince Rainier III and France's Charles De Gaulle, and a looming French invasion of Monaco in the early 1960s.Biopic of Grace Kelly (1929-1982). An American actress who became Princess of Monaco.
- DirectorMel GibsonStarsAndrew GarfieldSam WorthingtonLuke BraceyWorld War II American Army Medic Desmond T. Doss, serving during the Battle of Okinawa, refuses to kill people and becomes the first man in American history to receive the Medal of Honor without firing a shot.Biopic of Desmond Doss (1919-2006). A medic who saved 75 men in WWII without carrying a weapon.
- DirectorMargarethe von TrottaStarsBarbara SukowaAxel MilbergJanet McTeerA look at the life of philosopher and political theorist Hannah Arendt, who reported for 'The New Yorker' on the trial of the Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem.Biopic of Hannah Arendt (1906-1975). A German-American philosopher and political theorist known for her work on totalitarianism.
- DirectorPhilip MartinStarsBenedict CumberbatchMichael BrandonTom HodgkinsTheoretical physicist/cosmologist Stephen Hawking's life and search for the beginning of time (1963-6).Biopic of Stephen Hawking (1942-2018). A physicist known for his work on black holes and cosmology.
- DirectorRandall WallaceStarsGreg KinnearKelly ReillyThomas Haden ChurchA small-town father must find the courage and conviction to share his son's extraordinary, life-changing experience with the world.Biopic of Colton Burpo (1999-). A young boy who claimed to have visited Heaven during a near-death experience in 2003.
- DirectorTheodore MelfiStarsTaraji P. HensonOctavia SpencerJanelle MonáeThe story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program.Biopic of Katherine Johnson (1918-2020), Dorothy Vaughan (1910-2008), and Mary Jackson (1921-2005). African American mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space Race.
- DirectorAnand TuckerStarsEmily WatsonRachel GriffithsJames FrainThe tragic story of world renowned classic cellist Jacqueline du Pré, as told from the point of view of her sister, flautist Hilary du Pré-Finzi.Biopic of Jacqueline du Pré (1945-1987). The relationship between the famed cellist and her sister, exploring the complexities of talent, rivalry, and illness.
- DirectorSacha GervasiStarsAnthony HopkinsHelen MirrenScarlett JohanssonThe relationship between Alfred Hitchcock and his wife Alma Reville during the filming of Psycho (1960) in 1959 is explored.Biopic of Alfred Hitchcock (1899-1980). A legendary filmmaker known for his mastery of suspense.
- StarsAdrien BrodyKristen ConnollyEvan JonesFollow the man behind the magic as he finds fame, engages in espionage, battles spiritualists and encounters the greatest names of the era, from U.S. presidents to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Grigori Rasputin.Biopic of Harry Houdini (1874-1926). A miniseries following the famous magician's life, his escape acts, and his efforts to debunk spiritualists.
- DirectorRob EpsteinJeffrey FriedmanStarsJames FrancoTodd RotondiJon PrescottAs Allen Ginsberg talks about his life and art, his most famous poem is illustrated in animation while the obscenity trial of the work is dramatized.Biopic of Allen Ginsberg (1926-1997). An American poet and one of the leading figures of the Beat Generation.
- DirectorCraig GillespieStarsMargot RobbieSebastian StanAllison JanneyCompetitive ice skater Tonya Harding rises amongst the ranks at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, but her future in the activity is thrown into doubt when her ex-husband intervenes.Biopic of Tonya Harding (born 1970). The life of the controversial figure skater and her involvement in the attack on fellow skater Nancy Kerrigan.
- DirectorPaolo SorrentinoStarsToni ServilloAnna BonaiutoGiulio BosettiThe story of Italian politician Giulio Andreotti, who has served as Prime Minister of Italy seven times since the restoration of democracy in 1946.Biopic of Giulio Andreotti (1919-2013). Seven-time Prime Minister of Italy
- DirectorJean-Louis GuillermouStarsChristian VadimElena LeninaFrédérique BelJ.S. BACH: THE MUSIC, THE LIFE, THE LEGEND is a dramatic look at the life of Johann Sebastian Bach, a man who dedicated his life to the service of music.Biopic of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). A German composer and musician of the Baroque period.
- DirectorGiacomo BattiatoStarsStefano AccorsiThierry LhermitteCristiana CapotondiDashing through the streets of Venice, slipping from the clutches of the law, darting across Europe in search of new challenges, Giacomo Casanova races through life with irrepressible energy. Violinist, writer, soldier, spy, gambler, adventurer - it is as a lover that he unbridles the full force of his energy. A charmer and seducer, he, too, is charmed by the beauty of women, seduced by their passion, intrigued by their mystery. For the young Casanova, life may be one dazzling Venetian carnival, but in love there are no masks or disguises: this is where he is at his most genuine, most vulnerable, most naked. The son of an actress, Giacomo Casanova grows up surrounded by the magic and artifice of theater. As the protégé of the French ambassador to the Venetian Republic, he begins his ascent in society - and his conquest of its most beautiful women. Betrayed by his jealous benefactor, Casanova is thrown into prison. Fifteen months later, he escapes and flees to Paris, where he beguiles Louis XV's mistress, Madame de Pompadour.Biopic of Giacomo Casanova (1725-1798). An Italian adventurer and author known for his romantic escapades.
- DirectorAndrey KonchalovskiyStarsYuliya VysotskayaJakob DiehlOrso Maria GuerriniThe life of Michelangelo Buonarroti.Biopic of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (1571-1610). An Italian drama focusing on Caravaggio's life, art, and his struggles with controversies and personal demons.
- DirectorBernard RoseStarsGary OldmanJeroen KrabbéIsabella RosselliniThe life and death of the legendary Ludwig van Beethoven. Besides all the work he is known for, the composer once wrote a famous love letter to a nameless beloved, and the movie tries to find out who this beloved was--not easy, as Beethoven has had many women in his life.Biopic of Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). A fictionalized account of the composer's life, centered around his search for his mysterious immortal beloved.
- DirectorRoger YoungStarsPeter O'TooleCharlotte RamplingVittoria BelvedereCaesar Augustus tells of how he became the emperor to his reluctant daughter, Julia following the death of her husband Agrippa.Biopic of Augustus (63 BC - AD 14). The first Roman Emperor who brought about the Pax Romana and transformed Rome's political structure, showcasing his ambition and strategic leadership.