A romantic drama that details the relationship of famous physicist Stephen Hawking and his wife Jane Hawking during and after his ALS diagnosis, The Theory Of Everything is based on a memoir written by Jane Hawking.
Eddie Redmayne was first seen in the "Bunnies in the Bathroom" episode of the television series ‘Animal Ark’ in 1998. After making brief appearances in shows like 'Doctors' (2003) and 'Elizabeth I' (2005), he made his big-screen debut in the 2006 thriller film ‘Like Minds’ directed by Gregory J. Read. Following his debut, he appeared in films like 'The Good Shepherd' (2006), 'Savage Grace' (2007), and 'Elizabeth: The Golden Age' (2007). In 2008, he starred as ‘William Stafford’ in the historical romantic drama film ‘The Other Boleyn Girl,’ directed by Justin Chadwick. The film opened to mixed reviews and was a financial success. That same year, he joined the cast of the television series ‘Tess of the D'Urbervilles.’ He played the role of ‘Angel Clare’ and starred in 4 episodes of the series.
Redmayne played the role of ‘Osmund’ in the 2010 German–British action horror film ‘Black Death’ directed by Christopher Smith. The film received positive reviews from critics. He went on to star in films like ‘Hick’ (2011), ‘My Week with Marilyn’ (2011), and ‘Les Misérables’ (2012). In 2014, he portrayed the English theoretical physicist and cosmologist ‘Stephen Hawking’ in the biographical romantic drama film ‘The Theory of Everything.’ Redmayne earned several awards and accolades for his performance in the film, including an ‘Academy Award,’ ‘Golden Globe Award,’ and ‘Hollywood Film Award.’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ opened to critical acclaim and was a major box office success, grossing over $123.7 million on a budget of $15 million.
In 2016, Redmayne starred as ‘Newt Scamander’ in the fantasy film ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,’ which was directed by David Yates. The film earned praise from critics and was a phenomenal box office hit. He reprised his role as ‘Newt Scamander’ in 2018 in ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald,’ the sequel to ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.’ Redmayne was last seen in the 2020 American historical legal drama film ‘The Trial of the Chicago 7,’ in which he portrayed the American social and political activist Tom Hayden. The film opened to universal acclaim with many critics calling it one of the best films of 2020. Redmayne is all set to appear in the upcoming fantasy film ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.’ He will also be seen in the upcoming American crime thriller film ‘The Good Nurse’ directed by Tobias Lindholm.
A romantic drama that details the relationship of famous physicist Stephen Hawking and his wife Jane Hawking during and after his ALS diagnosis, The Theory Of Everything is based on a memoir written by Jane Hawking.
Wizard and magizoologist, Newt Scamander reaches New York with a suitcase full of magical creatures. Unfortunately, some of the creatures escape and he is accused of conspiring with the notorious dark wizard, Gellert Grindelwald. Newt and Jacob, along with auror Tina and her sister Queenie now have to find the escaped creatures and set things right.
This historical drama film is based on the infamous 1969 trial of seven defendants who were charged by the federal government with conspiracy and various other charges, after a peaceful protest turns violent.
Based on Victor Hugo’s novel and a classic Broadway stage show, Les Misérables, narrates the story of Jean Valjean who after serving nineteen years in jail, breaks the parole to restart his life. He takes upon himself to bring up a factory worker’s daughter. However, a police inspector, Javert is after him.
The heartbreaking tale is based on the true story of Danish painters Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. When Gerda asks her husband Einar Wegener to pose as a woman, it triggers his dormant gender identity as a woman. Einar adopts the name Lili and undergoes the world’s first gender reassignment surgery but sadly dies of complications.
In 1956, aspiring filmmaker, Colin Clark,gets a job to assist Sir Laurence Olivier as he directs Marilyn Monroe in ‘The Prince and the Showgirl'. Owing to the difficulties on the film-set, Clark is assigned to ensure Monroe’s schedule. With an evolving rapport, he escorts the star around as she enjoys a tranquil respite away from the pressures of work and fame.
The reign of Protestant Queen Elizabeth Tudor I is being challenged by the Catholic King Philip of Spain. As a conspiracy to overthrow Elizabeth gains power, she orders the beheading of her Catholic cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, the next in line to the throne. With the papacy now against her, Elizabeth prepares for war.
The film revolves around the Boleyn sisters, Mary and Anne, who vie for the affection of King Henry VIII. On the behest of their power-hungry family, shy Mary and impetuous Anne try to win the King over. But when he chooses Mary as his mistress, Anne manipulates her way to take Mary’s place and then becomes the second wife of Henry VIII.
A fictionalized retelling of the birth of the CIA, the movie revolves around the life of CIA officer Edward Wilson. While his methods become popular in the CIA, he has to contend with KGB agents and double-agents. Unfortunately, his dedication to duty will test his dedication to his family.
Three strangers are brought together by their respective feelings of loneliness. They decide to set out on a road trip together, without having a destination in mind.
Dark wizard, Gellert Grindelwald, escapes from captivity while being transferred to London and hatches a sinister plan to gain control over Muggles, assisted by his true-blood followers and the young obscurial Credence Barebone. Meanwhile, Professor Albus Dumbledore, convinces his former student, self-proclaimed magizoologist Newt Scamander, to travel to Paris to save Credence from the evil schemes of Grindelwald.
Black Death is a mystery horror action film, which takes us to the time of the first outbreak of the bubonic plague in England. After the plague kills hundreds of people, there is a report that some people are being brought back to life. A young monk is given the task to investigate the matter.
As the World War II is approaching, Anne Keyes, daughter of a wealthy politician is pursuing an acting career. Since the government is trying to make sure that no war ever happens, Anne is quite comfortable with her life. Her life takes a turn when she begins to discover dark secrets regarding her family.
A privileged and intelligent seventeen year old school boy named Alex is charged with the murder of his roommate Nigel. The detective in charge of the case has no evidence against him, and he receives pressure from Alex’s influential father to have the charges dropped. Eventually, a forensic psychologist named Sally Rowe is brought in to determine if Alex is really the murderer. Sally soon finds herself in a strange and bizarre world of secrets and mind games.
Professor Albus Dumbledore learns about a powerful and dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald, who is trying to take over the wizarding world. Since he knows that he doesn’t have the power to stop him alone, he takes the help of Newt Scamander, and a team of wizards and witches. However, taking on Grindelwald’s forces might not be so easy.
This drama film revolves around a former hitman who tries to track down his daughter Jessica, after serving 25 years in prison. Circumstances bring him and three other people together on Christmas Eve.
One of the most memorable American tragedies, the film examines a popular scandal from the 1970s. A lonely social climber Barbara is unhappily married to Brooks Baekeland and has a homosexual son, Antony. While Barbara tries to cure his son's sexuality, life takes them to tragic extremes.
This comedy drama film tells the story of a young girl named Luli, who lives with a neglectful mother and an alcoholic father in a small town in Nebraska. After receiving a revolver on her 13th birthday, she decides to run away to Vegas.
Jupiter Jones works as a housekeeper at her neighbours place. Her simple life changes one day when a genetically engineered ex-military hunter Caine Wise arrives to escort her to outer space. She realises her significance as the heiress of an intergalactic royalty and has to now prevent the destruction of earth.
Early Man is an animated adventure comedy film which takes us to prehistoric times, when various sorts of creatures used to roam the Earth. The film revolves around Dug, a caveman, and his sidekick, Hognob, who try to unite his tribe against the powerful Lord Nooth, who wants to transform their land into a mine.
Eddie Redmayne Awards
The Theory of Everything | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role | 2015 |
The Theory of Everything | Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama | 2015 |
The Theory of Everything | Best Leading Actor | 2015 |