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Laurence Olivier
Sylvia Syms looks back on the life of Laurence Olivier, perhaps Britain's greatest actor, using rare material from the BBC archives to tell the story of his extraordinarily distinguished career.
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Sat 9 Mar 202413:30
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Wuthering Heights
Laurence Olivier in a powerful 1939 adaptation of Emily Bronte's story of tragic love.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Sylvia Syms |
| Executive Producer | Carla-Maria Lawson |
| Series Producer | Simon Goretzki |
| Producer | Karn Christensen |
| Assistant Producer | Kate Robertson |
Broadcasts
The New Elizabethans: Laurence Olivier
Olivier's theatre and stage career spanned more than 60 years with 12 Oscar nominations.
