01 A graduate student is drawn into a deadly conspiracy involving a fugitive Nazi war criminal.
7 Best Laurence Olivier Movies
By Vlad Zakh · March 3, 2026
Drama intensethought provoking
Laurence Olivier was widely considered the greatest actor of his generation, bringing commanding classical training to both Shakespearean adaptations and Hollywood drama. In Rebecca (1940): A shy new bride is haunted by the lingering presence of her husband’s glamorous, deceased first wife. Another standout is Sleuth (1972): A wealthy mystery writer invites his wife’s lover to his estate for an elaborate, dangerous game.
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02 A wealthy mystery writer invites his wife's lover to his estate for an elaborate, dangerous game.
03 A scheming, ruthless duke murders his way toward the English throne.
04 A grieving Danish prince plots revenge against the uncle who murdered his father and married his mother.
05 A young English king rallies his outnumbered troops for a decisive battle against the French.
06 A shy new bride is haunted by the lingering presence of her husband's glamorous, deceased first wife.
07 A foundling's all-consuming, destructive love for his adoptive family's daughter spans generations.
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