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.
Richard Burtonas Self (archive footage)Elizabeth Tayloras Self (archive footage)Matthew Rhysas Self/NarratorMichael Sheenas SelfGabriel Byrneas SelfSiân Phillipsas SelfClaire Bloomas SelfIwan Rheonas SelfDerren Nesbittas SelfTony Palmeras SelfWaris Husseinas SelfDavid Woodas SelfKate Burtonas SelfSally Burtonas SelfSiân Owenas SelfRhianon Trowellas SelfAngela V. Johnas SelfNancy Schoenbergeras SelfNick Youngas Self