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1Albert Finney, Susannah York, Hugh GriffithTom Jones (Albert Finney), a bastard foundling raised by the kindly Squire Allworthy (George Devine), loves the beautiful Sophie Western (Susannah York), but cannot marry her due to the difference in their stations. When the villainous Blifil (David Warner) tricks the squire into casting Tom out of his household, the young man goes forth into the world on a series of high-spirited adventures, including heroic swordfights, mistaken identities, good deeds and lusty women.More Tom Jones
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2Albert Finney, Jacqueline Bisset, Anthony AndrewsGeoffrey Firmin (Albert Finney) is a heavy-drinking British diplomat living in a Mexican town. As the local Day of the Dead celebration gets underway, Geoffrey drowns himself in the bottle, having cut himself off from his family, friends and job. When Geoffrey goes missing, his wife Yvonne (Jacqueline Bisset) convinces his half-brother Hugh (Anthony Andrews) to conduct a last-ditch search for the drunk, hoping that Hugh might be able to rescue her self-destructing husband.More Under the Volcano- #492 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
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3The Duellists
Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, Albert FinneyArmand d'Hubert (Keith Carradine) and Gabriel Féraud (Harvey Keitel) are French soldiers under Napoleon. A trivial quarrel between d'Hubert and Féraud escalates into a lifelong grudge, and, as war rages on, the officers repeatedly challenge one another to violent sword and pistol duels. After 15 years, both men have distinguished themselves through their service and become generals, however, their mutual hatred never ceases, even when the initial cause of their rivalry is forgotten.More The Duellists
4Albert Finney, Liza Minnelli, Colin BlakelyCharlie Bubbles (Albert Finney), a wealthy British writer who is losing his ability to feel -- and therefore write -- returns to his hometown of Manchester. Despite his success, Charlie is restless and unhappy even when he visits the women in his life, including his mistress, Eliza (Liza Minnelli), and his estranged wife, Lottie (Billie Whitelaw). As Charlie floats around Manchester, it becomes clear that he is almost completely disconnected from his working-class roots.
5Albert Finney, Diane Keaton, Dana HillAfter years of marriage, the seemingly perfect relationship between accomplished writer George Dunlap (Albert Finney) and his wife, Faith (Diane Keaton), is rapidly deteriorating. While George becomes involved in an affair with the lovely Sandy (Karen Allen), Faith begins a romance with handsome contractor Frank (Peter Weller). These infidelities not only take a toll on George and Faith, they affect their four daughters, who start to resent their father in particular.More Shoot the Moon- #11 of 33 onThe Best Movies With Moon in the Title
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6Albert Finney, Rachel Roberts, Shirley Anne FieldIn a Nottingham factory, Arthur Seaton works in a mindless haze, but his weekends are even more muddled due to his love affairs and his alcohol problem. One of the women Arthur is involved with, Brenda, is married to his coworker, but pregnant with Arthur's child. Meanwhile, Arthur is also pursuing Doreen. Soon enough, he is found out by Brenda, who wants money or an abortion, and Arthur finds himself at a crossroads.
7Albert Finney, Diane Venora, Gregory HinesNew York City police investigator Dewey Wilson (Albert Finney) is trying to solve a series of grisly deaths in which the victims have seemingly been maimed by feral animals. He teams up with expert criminologist Rebecca Neff (Diane Venora), and together they stumble upon a band of inner-city Native Americans, led by the streetwise Eddie Holt (Edward James Olmos), who warns Wilson and Neff about a wolf-like, mythical creature that could offer a shocking solution to this disturbing case.
8Laurence Olivier, Brenda De Banzie, Albert FinneyLondon schoolteacher Jean Rice (Joan Plowright) returns to her seaside resort hometown at a time of personal crisis. Her father, Archie (Laurence Olivier), is a star on the music hall circuit, but, in the television age, that old-fashioned entertainment is dying out. His second wife, Phoebe (Brenda De Banzie), is openly contemptuous of her husband's many affairs, and his son, Mick (Albert Finney), is a soldier fighting in the Suez. Despite Archie's unflagging optimism, tragic events unfold.
9Audrey Hepburn, Albert Finney, Eleanor BronArchitect Mark Wallace (Albert Finney) and his wife, Joanna (Audrey Hepburn), travel to France to meet with an affluent client (Claude Dauphin). While there, they reflect on their first decade of marriage -- memories of when they first met, of courtship and of road trips through the French countryside. As flirtation and playful quarreling turn to boredom with the banality of married life, the Wallaces struggle to rekindle their passion, while mutual infidelity threatens to tear them apart.
10Ewan McGregor, Albert Finney, Billy CrudupIn the whimsical fantasy drama Big Fish, Edward Bloom (Ewan McGregor) weaves tall tales of his extraordinary adventures, peppered with a touch of magic and heaps of charm. As an old man (Albert Finney), Bloom's grown son Will (Billy Crudup) is grappling to unravel truth from fiction in his father's stories - a journey that takes him through a tapestry of imaginative narratives. Directed by Tim Burton, this movie sways between reality and surrealism, enveloping viewers in a world where giants roam and fish talk. A heartwarming exploration of life, love, and the power of storytelling, Big Fish was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Score.More Big Fish- #284 of 703 onThe All-Time Greatest Comedy Films
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11Albert Finney, Alec Guinness, Edith EvansEbenezer Scrooge (Albert Finney) is the definition of a miser. He is rich, but completely stingy with his money, and he exploits the good nature of his employee Bob Cratchit (David Collings). On Christmas Eve, however, Scrooge is in store for a rude awakening when he is visited by the ghost of his old business partner, Jacob Marley (Alec Guinness), who informs him that he is going to be visited by three ghosts, including the Ghosts of Christmas Past (Edith Evans) and Present (Kenneth More).
12Brian Cox, Albert Finney, Caroline BlissPope John Paul II is a 1984 American biopic drama TV movie based on the life of Karol Wojtyła, from his early days as an activist in Poland to his installation as Pope John Paul II. Written by Christopher Knopf and directed by Herbert Wise, the film stars Albert Finney, Caroline Bliss, Brian Cox, and John Forgeham. The film marks both Albert Finney's American television debut and the first script Finney had ever turned down upon initial reading.
13Albert Finney, Tom Courtenay, Edward FoxDuring World War II, an embittered actor known to others as Sir (Albert Finney) is well past his prime. Formerly a renowned performer, Sir must now settle for leading a shoddy troupe of aged actors and army rejects in performances of Shakespeare's greatest plays. His anxiety, regret and age begin to get the better of him, and his work starts to suffer. Only Norman (Tom Courtenay), a timid set dresser who is unfailingly devoted to Sir, can hold the show together as it threatens to collapse.
14Albert Finney, Susan Hampshire, Sheila HancockNight Must Fall is a remake of the 1937 film of the same name, which was in turn based on the 1935 play by Emlyn Williams. It was directed by Karel Reisz from a script by Clive Exton and starred Albert Finney, Mona Washbourne, and Susan Hampshire, but was not as successful as the original film. The film was entered into the 14th Berlin International Film Festival.
15Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney, Marcia Gay HardenWhen the Italian Mafia threatens to kill a crooked bookie (John Turturro), Irish mob boss Leo O'Bannon (Albert Finney) refuses to allow it, chiefly because he's dating the bookie's sister, crafty gun moll Verna Bernbaum (Marcia Gay Harden). Leo's right-hand man, Tom Reagan (Gabriel Byrne), is also seeing Verna on the sly, and when he's found out is obliged to switch sides, going to work for the Italian mob amidst a dramatically escalating gang war over liquor distribution.More Miller's Crossing- #30 of 94 onThe 90+ Best Mafia Movies Of All Time
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16Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Martin BalsamHaving concluded a case, detective Hercule Poirot (Albert Finney) settles into what he expects will be a relaxing journey home aboard the Orient Express. But when an unpopular billionaire is murdered en route, Poirot takes up the case, and everyone on board the famous train is a suspect. Using an avalanche blocking the tracks to his advantage, Poirot gradually realizes that many of the passengers have revenge as a motive, and he begins to home in on the culprit.- #60 of 199 onThe Best Movies Of The '70s, Ranked
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17The Gathering Storm
Lena Headey, Tom Hiddleston, Vanessa RedgraveThe Gathering Storm is a BBC–HBO co-produced television biographical film about Winston Churchill in the years just prior to World War II. The title of the film is that of the first volume of Churchill's largely autobiographical six-volume history of the war, which covered the period from 1919 to 3 September 1939, the day he became First Lord of the Admiralty The film stars Albert Finney as Churchill and Vanessa Redgrave as his wife Clementine Churchill; Finney gained many accolades for his performance, winning both a BAFTA Award for Best Actor and an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor. The film also features a supporting cast of British actors such as Derek Jacobi, Ronnie Barker, Jim Broadbent, Tom Wilkinson, Celia Imrie, Linus Roache and Hugh Bonneville, and is notable for an early appearance by a young Tom Hiddleston. Simon Williams and Edward Hardwicke both make brief appearances amongst the supporting cast. The film was directed by Richard Loncraine and written by Hugh Whitemore. Larry Ramin and Whitemore won the Emmy for Outstanding Writing. Among the film's executive producers were Ridley Scott and Tony Scott.
18Julia Roberts, Albert Finney, Aaron EckhartUnyielding and relentless, Erin Brockovich (Julia Roberts) is a twice-divorced single mother. She lands an unlikely job as a legal assistant in a California law firm. Stumbling upon medical records in a real estate file, Brockovich smells something foul. This initiates her tireless investigation into a case against Pacific Gas & Electric Company, suspected of polluting a city's water supply. A startlingly true story of unwavering determination, the film won Roberts an Academy Award for Best Actress. Her portrayal of Brockovich's tenacity truly brings to life this compelling drama about justice and the power of the underdog.More Erin Brockovich- #15 of 240 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
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19Martin Sheen, Albert Finney, Susannah YorkLoophole is a 1981 British heist film, directed by John Quested, and starring Albert Finney, Martin Sheen, Susannah York, Jonathan Pryce, Colin Blakely and Tony Doyle. It was written by Jonathan Hales, based upon the novel by Robert Pollock. Music is by Lalo Schifrin.
20Russell Crowe, Marion Cotillard, Albert FinneyFailed London banker Max Skinner (Russell Crowe) inherits his uncle's (Albert Finney) vineyard in Provence, where he spent many childhood holidays. Upon his arrival, he meets a woman from California who tells Max she is his long-lost cousin and that the property is hers.More A Good Year- #31 of 52 onThe Best Good Movies
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21Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke, Marisa TomeiAndy (Philip Seymour Hoffman), a debt-ridden broker, needs some quick cash. He ropes his younger brother, Hank (Ethan Hawke), into a scheme to commit the perfect crime: to rob their parents' (Albert Finney, Rosemary Harris) jewelry store. The scheme goes horribly awry, and the family patriarch takes justice into his own hands, unaware that the criminals he is hunting are his own sons.- #119 of 133 onThe Most Utterly Depressing Movies Ever Made
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22Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney, Carol BurnettAnnie (Aileen Quinn), a fiery young orphan, lives in a miserable orphanage run by the tyrannical Miss Hannigan (Carol Burnett). Her seemingly bleak existence is transformed when she is chosen to spend a short time at the residence of the wealthy industrialist, Oliver Warbucks (Albert Finney). Despite Warbucks's initial apprehension towards Annie, their bond grows stronger and they become an unlikely family. The film, a musical comedy-drama directed by John Huston, garnered two Academy Award nominations and remains an enduring classic of its genre. It's a tale of resilience, unexpected friendships and the transformative power of optimism.More Annie- #202 of 399 onThe Best Movies Of The 1980s, Ranked
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23Ioan Gruffudd, Romola Garai, Benedict CumberbatchIn 18th-century England, House of Commons member William Wilberforce (Ioan Gruffudd) and his close friend and a future prime minister, William Pitt (Benedict Cumberbatch), begin a lengthy battle to abolish Great Britain's slave trade. Though Wilberforce's legislation is soundly defeated in 1791, his growing affection for Barbara Spooner (Romola Garai) inspires him to take up the fight once more.
24Albert Finney, James Coburn, Susan DeyDr. Larry Roberts (Albert Finney) is a plastic surgeon to the stars, but when some of his supermodel clients start turning up dead under mysterious circumstances, Roberts decides to investigate, since murder is bad for business. Roberts quickly discovers that all clues lead to Digital Matrix, the ominous corporate entity that has contracted many of his clients. Digital Matrix CEO John Reston (James Coburn) is found to be employing new technology to evil ends for his ad agency.- 25Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier BardemIn Skyfall, the 23rd addition to the James Bond franchise, Bond (Daniel Craig) is believed to be dead after a failed mission in Istanbul. However, when M (Judi Dench), head of MI6, becomes the target of a cyber-terrorist with a personal vendetta, Bond returns from his presumed demise. He must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. Directed by Sam Mendes, this film breathes new life into the series with its blend of classic Bond tropes and modern storytelling. Skyfall's notable achievements include winning two Academy Awards for Best Original Song and Sound Editing.More Skyfall
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26Matt Damon, Julia Stiles, Joan AllenIn The Bourne Ultimatum, Matt Damon reprises his role as Jason Bourne, a former CIA assassin suffering from amnesia. The movie, directed by Paul Greengrass, is the third installment in the Bourne series and won three Academy Awards. Here, we follow Bourne's quest to uncover hidden truths about his past while he's pursued relentlessly by law enforcement agencies. Joan Allen returns as Pamela Landy, an ally within the system. With its action-packed sequences and espionage thriller elements, this film completes Bourne's journey towards self-discovery and redemption.More The Bourne Ultimatum- #354 of 769 onThe Most Rewatchable Movies
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27Michael Gambon, Albert Finney, Jim SturgessThe Browning Version is a 1994 film directed by Mike Figgis and starring Albert Finney. The film is based on the 1948 play by Terence Rattigan, which was previously adapted for film under the same name in 1951.
28Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Emily WatsonSet within the realm of the living and the dead, Corpse Bride is a stop-motion animated musical fantasy. The film revolves around Victor Van Dort (voiced by Johnny Depp), a young groom who mistakenly weds a deceased bride, Emily (Helena Bonham Carter), in the underworld. In this tangled tale, Victor must navigate his way between his betrothed, Victoria Everglot (Emily Watson), in the land of the living and his accidental wife in the afterlife. Noteworthy for its macabre and humorous narrative, Corpse Bride was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.More Corpse Bride- Dig Deeper...‘Corpse Bride’ Is An Underrated Tim Burton Classic Filled With Creepy Charm And Dark Moments
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29Albert Finney, Aidan Quinn, Robin WrightFather Malone (Alan Devlin) is scandalized that expectant mother Tara Maguire (Robin Wright) has not yet found a husband. In an attempt to keep her holy in the eyes of God, Malone sets Tara up with aging bachelor Brendan Hegarty (Albert Finney). But when Tara falls instead for Tom Casey (Aidan Quinn), an actor in a ribald wandering theater troupe called the Playboys, the priest's plan fails. Furious that Tara does not reciprocate his feelings, Hegarty plots to keep Tara and Tom apart.
30Michael Douglas, Don Cheadle, Benicio Del ToroTraffic, a complex and gripping drama, weaves together three intertwined stories of the international drug trade. In Washington, D.C., Robert Wakefield (Michael Douglas), a conservative judge, is appointed to spearhead the war against drugs only to discover his daughter is an addict. In San Diego, undercover DEA agents, Montel Gordon (Don Cheadle) and Ray Castro (Luis Guzman), face moral dilemmas as their job infiltrates their personal lives. Lastly, in Mexico, Javier Rodriguez (Benicio Del Toro), a state cop struggles with corruption all around him. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, this Oscar-winning film intricately explores the far-reaching effects of the narcotics industry.More Traffic- #32 of 55 onThe Best Oscar-Nominated Movies of the 2000s
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