Richard Burton: Wild Genius
8
59 minutes
11/10/2025
Overview
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.
Cast List
Richard Burton
as Self (archive footage)
Elizabeth Taylor
as Self (archive footage)
Matthew Rhys
as Self/Narrator
Michael Sheen
as Self
Gabriel Byrne
as Self
Siân Phillips
as Self
Claire Bloom
as Self
Iwan Rheon
as Self
Derren Nesbitt
as Self
Tony Palmer
as Self
Waris Hussein
as Self
David Wood
as Self
Kate Burton
as Self
Sally Burton
as Self
Siân Owen
as Self
Rhianon Trowell
as Self
Angela V. John
as Self
Nancy Schoenberger
as Self
Nick Young
as Self