Olivier, Laurence 1907-1989
Overview
| Works: | 2,079 works in 6,163 publications in 17 languages and 90,565 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Drama Film adaptations Biography History Historical films Television adaptations Romance films War films Romance fiction Detective and mystery films |
| Roles: | Actor, Narrator, Director, Performer, Author, Producer, Adapter, pre, Other, Restager , Scenarist, pmn, Author of screenplay, Costume designer, Contributor, Author of introduction, Commentator, dir, fmd, Honoree, Interviewee, Speaker, Editor, Film editor, Singer, wpr, Recipient, Production personnel, Artist |
| Classifications: | PN1997, 791.4372 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Laurence Olivier
- Confessions of an actor : an autobiography by Laurence Olivier( Book )
- On acting by Laurence Olivier( Book )
- Laurence Olivier : a biography by Donald Spoto( Book )
- Laurence Olivier by Anthony Holden( Book )
- Olivier by Terry Coleman( Book )
- Vivien : the life of Vivien Leigh by Alexander Walker( Book )
- Laurence Olivier by John Cottrell( Book )
- Laurence Olivier by Foster Hirsch( Book )
- Olivier by Philip Ziegler( Book )
- Olivier by Logan Gourlay( Book )
- Olivier by Francis Beckett( )
- Sir Larry : the life of Laurence Olivier by Thomas Kiernan( Book )
- Love scene : the story of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh by Jesse L Lasky( Book )
- The real life of Laurence Olivier by Roger Lewis( Book )
- The Oliviers, a biography by Felix Barker( Book )
- Laurence Olivier by Melvyn Bragg( Book )
- Laurence Olivier and the art of film making by Dale Silviria( Book )
- Olivier : the complete career by Robert Tanitch( Book )
- Laurence Olivier, theater and cinema by Robert L Daniels( Book )
- My father Laurence Olivier by Tarquin Olivier( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Laurence Olivier
Hamlet by
Laurence Olivier(
Visual
)
196 editions published between 1948 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 3,178 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The classic version of Shakespeare's Hamlet, the towering tragedy of the Danish prince who feigns madness to trap his father's murderer
196 editions published between 1948 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 3,178 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The classic version of Shakespeare's Hamlet, the towering tragedy of the Danish prince who feigns madness to trap his father's murderer
Richard III by
William Shakespeare(
Visual
)
165 editions published between 1950 and 2018 in 5 languages and held by 2,908 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Richard III: Begins by recapitulating the final scene of Henry IV, Part III with Edward IV being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard jealously views the proceedings. Soon afterwards, Edward IV is murdered, drowned in a vat of wine. Richard becomes king and, after proceeding with a succession of intrigues and duplicities, he finds his kingdom in dire peril, set upon by Henry Tudor and mustering a final defense for his realm at the Battle of Bosworth. An immortal tale of lust, murder, treachery and the ruthless pursuit of power
165 editions published between 1950 and 2018 in 5 languages and held by 2,908 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Richard III: Begins by recapitulating the final scene of Henry IV, Part III with Edward IV being crowned king. In the background of the celebration, Richard jealously views the proceedings. Soon afterwards, Edward IV is murdered, drowned in a vat of wine. Richard becomes king and, after proceeding with a succession of intrigues and duplicities, he finds his kingdom in dire peril, set upon by Henry Tudor and mustering a final defense for his realm at the Battle of Bosworth. An immortal tale of lust, murder, treachery and the ruthless pursuit of power
Rebecca by
Alfred Hitchcock(
Visual
)
168 editions published between 1940 and 2018 in 7 languages and held by 2,768 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A vacationing young lady meets, falls in love with, and marries handsome and wealthy widower Maxim de Winter. He takes his new bride home to his estate, Manderley. But the new Mrs. de Winter finds her married life donimated by the sinister, almost spectral influence of Maxim's late wife, Rebecca, who still rules from beyond the grave
168 editions published between 1940 and 2018 in 7 languages and held by 2,768 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A vacationing young lady meets, falls in love with, and marries handsome and wealthy widower Maxim de Winter. He takes his new bride home to his estate, Manderley. But the new Mrs. de Winter finds her married life donimated by the sinister, almost spectral influence of Maxim's late wife, Rebecca, who still rules from beyond the grave
Spartacus by
Stanley Kubrick(
Visual
)
190 editions published between 1959 and 2018 in 8 languages and held by 2,720 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Spartacus is the bold gladiator slave who leads a massive slave revolt against Imperial Rome in this epic true account of man's eternal struggle for freedom
190 editions published between 1959 and 2018 in 8 languages and held by 2,720 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Spartacus is the bold gladiator slave who leads a massive slave revolt against Imperial Rome in this epic true account of man's eternal struggle for freedom
Wuthering Heights by
William Wyler(
Visual
)
89 editions published between 1939 and 2017 in 7 languages and held by 2,036 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The acclaimed masterpiece based on Emily Brontë's novel. Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon star as Heathcliff and Cathy whose tortured love affair is doomed to a tragic end
89 editions published between 1939 and 2017 in 7 languages and held by 2,036 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The acclaimed masterpiece based on Emily Brontë's novel. Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon star as Heathcliff and Cathy whose tortured love affair is doomed to a tragic end
King Lear by
William Shakespeare(
Visual
)
82 editions published between 1980 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Produced by Granada Television in their Manchester studios for transmission by the then fledgling Channel Four, this video production of King Lear is the timeless tale of avarice and lust for power in which a foolish king descends into madness after he divides his vast kingdom between two of his three daughters based on their flattery of him, unleashing a conspiracy of greed and cruelty and bringing tragic consequences for all
82 editions published between 1980 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,995 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Produced by Granada Television in their Manchester studios for transmission by the then fledgling Channel Four, this video production of King Lear is the timeless tale of avarice and lust for power in which a foolish king descends into madness after he divides his vast kingdom between two of his three daughters based on their flattery of him, unleashing a conspiracy of greed and cruelty and bringing tragic consequences for all
Romeo and Juliet by
William Shakespeare(
Visual
)
2 editions published between 2000 and 2017 in English and held by 1,955 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents the Franco Zefferelli production of Shakespeare's tragedy about two teenagers who fall in love, encounter opposition from their families, and take their lives
2 editions published between 2000 and 2017 in English and held by 1,955 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents the Franco Zefferelli production of Shakespeare's tragedy about two teenagers who fall in love, encounter opposition from their families, and take their lives
Clash of the Titans by
Sam Worthington(
Visual
)
38 editions published between 1981 and 2013 in English and held by 1,814 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Perseus goes on a quest to battle both Medusa and the Kraken monster to save the Princess Andromeda
38 editions published between 1981 and 2013 in English and held by 1,814 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Perseus goes on a quest to battle both Medusa and the Kraken monster to save the Princess Andromeda
A bridge too far by
Richard Attenborough(
Visual
)
25 editions published between 1977 and 2014 in English and held by 1,769 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A dramatic recreation of an Allied airdrop behind German lines in Holland, and the subsequent disastrous Battle of Arnhem
25 editions published between 1977 and 2014 in English and held by 1,769 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A dramatic recreation of an Allied airdrop behind German lines in Holland, and the subsequent disastrous Battle of Arnhem
Pride and prejudice by
Jane Austen(
Visual
)
71 editions published between 1940 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 1,448 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of the five Bennet sisters living in early 19th century England. Their mother is scheming to make prestigious marriages for them. Focuses on Elizabeth Bennet, who mistakenly finds the rich Mr. Darcy an oaf, even as he sets all the other fair maidens' hearts aflutter
71 editions published between 1940 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 1,448 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of the five Bennet sisters living in early 19th century England. Their mother is scheming to make prestigious marriages for them. Focuses on Elizabeth Bennet, who mistakenly finds the rich Mr. Darcy an oaf, even as he sets all the other fair maidens' hearts aflutter
Jesus of Nazareth by
Franco Zeffirelli(
Visual
)
26 editions published between 1977 and 2015 in English and French and held by 1,344 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A film depicting the life of Christ from birth through resurrection
26 editions published between 1977 and 2015 in English and French and held by 1,344 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A film depicting the life of Christ from birth through resurrection
Marathon Man by
John Schlesinger(
Visual
)
69 editions published between 1976 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,252 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Hoffman plays the likeable Columbia graduate student and marathon runner of the title, unwittingly trapped in a terrifying drama revolving around a murderous Nazi fugitive"--Container
69 editions published between 1976 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 1,252 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Hoffman plays the likeable Columbia graduate student and marathon runner of the title, unwittingly trapped in a terrifying drama revolving around a murderous Nazi fugitive"--Container
The world at war(
Visual
)
2 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and held by 1,112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"An extraordinary collection of newsreel, propaganda, and home-movie footage drawn from the archives of 18 nations, including color close-ups of Adolf Hitler taken by his mistress, that present an unvarnished perspective of the war's pivotal events. Penetrating interviews with eyewitness participants - from Hitler's secretary to Alger Hiss to ordinary citizens who stood outside the battle lines - and spine-tingling, first-hand accounts to an already unforgettable experience."--Container
2 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and held by 1,112 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"An extraordinary collection of newsreel, propaganda, and home-movie footage drawn from the archives of 18 nations, including color close-ups of Adolf Hitler taken by his mistress, that present an unvarnished perspective of the war's pivotal events. Penetrating interviews with eyewitness participants - from Hitler's secretary to Alger Hiss to ordinary citizens who stood outside the battle lines - and spine-tingling, first-hand accounts to an already unforgettable experience."--Container
Sky Captain and the world of tomorrow by
Kerry Conran(
Visual
)
11 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and Chinese and held by 1,021 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An aviator and a reporter attempt to save the world from destruction by flying robots
11 editions published between 2004 and 2013 in English and Chinese and held by 1,021 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An aviator and a reporter attempt to save the world from destruction by flying robots
Othello by
Giuseppe Verdi(
Visual
)
37 editions published between 1964 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 960 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Desdemona defies her father to marry the Moor of Venice, the mighty warrior, Othello. Lago is determined to bring about the downfall of Othello's new favorite, Cassio, and destroy Othello in the process, by casting aspersions on Othello's new bride
37 editions published between 1964 and 2013 in 3 languages and held by 960 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Desdemona defies her father to marry the Moor of Venice, the mighty warrior, Othello. Lago is determined to bring about the downfall of Othello's new favorite, Cassio, and destroy Othello in the process, by casting aspersions on Othello's new bride
The boys from Brazil by
Franklin J Schaffner(
Visual
)
59 editions published between 1978 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 942 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A band of Nazi leaders, escaped from postwar Germany, scheme to return to power. Their plans to dominate the world are based on a bizarre biological experiment undertaken by Josef Mengele
59 editions published between 1978 and 2016 in 3 languages and held by 942 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A band of Nazi leaders, escaped from postwar Germany, scheme to return to power. Their plans to dominate the world are based on a bizarre biological experiment undertaken by Josef Mengele
Spartacus(
Visual
)
8 editions published between 1960 and 2001 in English and held by 922 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A dramatized account of the slave uprising led by laborer-turned-gladiator Spartacus, against the combined forces of the late Roman Republic. After escaping from a gladiator training ground, Spartacus convinces his fellow escapees to join him in an attempt to free all Roman slaves, and becomes the head of a massive revolt that threatens to overwhelm the power of Rome
8 editions published between 1960 and 2001 in English and held by 922 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A dramatized account of the slave uprising led by laborer-turned-gladiator Spartacus, against the combined forces of the late Roman Republic. After escaping from a gladiator training ground, Spartacus convinces his fellow escapees to join him in an attempt to free all Roman slaves, and becomes the head of a massive revolt that threatens to overwhelm the power of Rome
Henry V by
William Shakespeare(
Visual
)
139 editions published between 1944 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 867 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Henry V is Shakespeare's dramatic depiction of England's Henry as he strives to claim the crown of France. Henry finally establishes an alliance with France when he meets and marries Catherine of Valois after his army is victorious
139 editions published between 1944 and 2017 in 5 languages and held by 867 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Henry V is Shakespeare's dramatic depiction of England's Henry as he strives to claim the crown of France. Henry finally establishes an alliance with France when he meets and marries Catherine of Valois after his army is victorious
The Battle of Britain by
Ian McShane(
Visual
)
10 editions published between 1969 and 2009 in English and held by 841 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of the aerial combat of WWI, in which the Royal Air Force held off the German Luftwaffe
10 editions published between 1969 and 2009 in English and held by 841 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The story of the aerial combat of WWI, in which the Royal Air Force held off the German Luftwaffe
That Hamilton woman by
Alexander Korda(
Visual
)
42 editions published between 1941 and 2016 in English and French and held by 838 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars of the late eighteenth century. Emma Hart is a beautiful dance hall girl who is sent by her latest lover to stay with his uncle Sir William Hamilton, the British ambassador to Naples. Sir William considers Emma a rare piece of art he must possess. Sir William introduces Emma to Naples' elite society and she soon marries him. Later, Horatio Nelson, a famous English Naval office arrives. Soon, a scandalous, adulterous affair between the British Royal Navy officer and the renowned beauty, Emma begins
42 editions published between 1941 and 2016 in English and French and held by 838 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars of the late eighteenth century. Emma Hart is a beautiful dance hall girl who is sent by her latest lover to stay with his uncle Sir William Hamilton, the British ambassador to Naples. Sir William considers Emma a rare piece of art he must possess. Sir William introduces Emma to Naples' elite society and she soon marries him. Later, Horatio Nelson, a famous English Naval office arrives. Soon, a scandalous, adulterous affair between the British Royal Navy officer and the renowned beauty, Emma begins
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Related Identities
- Shakespeare, William 1564-1616 Bibliographic antecedent Other Author
- Gielgud, John 1904-2000 Other Interviewee Commentator Performer Actor Narrator
- Walton, William 1902-1983 Other Performer Musician Cinematographer Conductor Author Composer
- Simmons, Jean 1929-2010 Other Performer Actor
- Warner Home Video (Firm)
- Isaacs, Jeremy 1932- Production personnel Producer Author of screenplay Author
- Bloom, Claire 1931- Performer Author Contributor Actor
- Thames Television, ltd
- Richardson, Ralph Sir 1902-1983 Other Performer Director Actor
- Leigh, Vivien 1913-1967 Costume designer Singer Performer Actor
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Acting Actors Andromeda,--Princess, daughter of Cepheus, King of Ethiopia (Mythological character) Arnhem, Battle of (Netherlands : 1944) Bible.--New Testament Children of murder victims Denmark Edward--IV,--King of England, England England--Cornwall (County) England--Yorkshire English drama Families Film adaptations Ghost plays Gladiators Great Britain Hamlet--(Legendary character) Inheritance and succession Italy--Verona Jesus Christ Juliet--(Fictitious character) Kings and rulers Lear,--King of England (Legendary character) Leigh, Vivien, Manners and customs Man-woman relationships Married people Melancholy Mothers and sons Murder Netherlands--Arnhem Olivier, Laurence, Perseus--(Greek mythological character) Princes Reporters and reporting Revenge Revolutionaries Richard--III,--King of England, Robots Rome (Empire) Romeo--(Fictitious character) Ryan, Cornelius Servile Wars (Rome : 135-71 B.C.) Shakespeare, William, Slave insurrections Spartacus, Vendetta World War (1939-1945) Zeus--(Greek deity)
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Alternative Names
Kerr, Laurence
Laurence Olivier actor británico
Laurence Olivier aktor brytyjski
Laurence Olivier attore e regista britannico
Laurence Olivier baron Olivier of Brighton
Laurence Olivier British actor, director and producer
Laurence Olivier Briton nga aktor, direktor ken produser
Laurence Olivier Brits acteur
Laurence Olivier Britse akteur, regisseur en vervaardiger
Laurence Olivier britský herec, režisér a dramatik
Laurence Olivier brittisk skådespelare, filmregissör och filmproducent
Laurence Olivier brytyjski aktor, reżyser, producent
Laurence Olivier comédien, metteur en scène, directeur de théâtre, réalisateur et scénariste britannique
Laurence Olivier englischer Regisseur, Theater- und Filmschauspieler
Laurentius Olivier
Lorenss Olivjē
Lourens Olivye
OLIVIER
Olivier, Larry
Olivier, Larry 1907-1989
Olivier Laurence
Olivier, Laurence, 1907-
Olivier, Laurence 1907-1989
Olivier, Laurence Kerr
Olivier, Laurence Kerr 1907-1989
Olivier, Laurence Kerr 1907-1989 Baron Olivier
Olivier, Laurence Kerr 1907- Baron Olivier
Olivier, Laurence Kerr, Baron Olivier, 1907-
Olivier, Laurence Kerr, Baron Olivier 1907-1989
Olivier Laurence Kerr baron Olivier of Brighton
Olivier Laurence Olivier baron
Olivier Laurence sir
Olivier, Lawrence 1907-1989
Olivjē, Lorenss, 1907-1989
Olivjē, Lourenss, 1907-1989
Sir Laurence Olivier
Λόρενς Ολίβιε
Лоренс Оливие
Лоренс Оливие британски глумец, режисер и продуцент
Лоренс Оливије
Лорънс Оливие
Лоуренс Оливье
Лоуренс Олів'є
Лоўрэнс Аліўе
Оливье Л.
Оливье, Лауренс 1907-1989
Оливье Лоренс
Оливье Лоуренс
Оливье, Лоуренс, 1907-1989
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לורנס אוליבייה
لارنس الیویه
لورنس أوليفيه
لۆرنس ئۆلیڤیە
লরন্স অলিভিয়ে ব্রিটিশ অভিনেতা, পরিচালক ও প্রযোজক
ลอเรนซ์ โอลิวีเอร์
ლორენს ოლივიე
로런스 올리비에
올리비에, 로렌스 1907-1989
올리비에, 로렌스 커 1907-1989
オリヴィエ, ローレンス
ローレンス・オリヴィエ
劳伦斯·奥利维尔
羅蘭士奧利花
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