The best Edward Woodward’s drama movies
We present our ranking of the best Edward Woodward’s movies. Do you love cinema? Or are you looking for a movie of your favorite actor to watch tonight? Surely you have some to see or that you did not know yet about Edward Woodward.
A Christmas Carol
7.8/10
An old bitter miser who makes excuses for his uncaring nature learns real compassion when three ghosts visit him on Christmas Eve.
Breaker Morant
7.8/10
During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.
King David
5.3/10
This is a movie about the life of Israel's king David.
Young Winston
6.7/10
This historical drama is an account of the early life of British politician Winston Churchill, including his childhood years, his time as a war correspondent in Africa, and culminating with his first election to Parliament.
Champions
6.5/10
The true story of jockey Bob Champion who overcame cancer to win the 1981 Grand National
Night Flight
7.5/10
Night Flight was a powerful drama set in 1943 and the present telling the story of two World War II veterans. Harry Peters piloted a Lancaster bomber at just 20. His now middle-class world is thrown into disarray when former comrade Vic Green lands. A tale of secrets, scandal and corruption based on ghosts as yet not laid to rest.
Mister Johnson
6.4/10
In 1923 British Colonial Nigeria, Mister Johnson is an oddity -- an educated black man who doesn't really fit in with the natives or the British. He works for the local British magistrate, and considers himself English, though he has never been to England. He is always scheming, trying to get ahead, which lands him in a lot of hot water.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
6.2/10
The life of an aging black slave, Tom, and the people he interacts with.
The File of the Golden Goose
5.5/10
U.S. Secret Service agent Peter Novak goes undercover with Scotland Yard officer Thompson to halt a murderous gang of counterfeiters known as the Golden Goose. Although Peter is unsure about John's loyalties, the two infiltrate the gang and win the trust of thug Nick "The Owl" Harrison before enduring a series of double-crosses.
Love is Forever
4.9/10
Michael Landon stars in this real life story about a journalist in Laos, and the extent to which he will go for his girlfriend.
Codename: Kyril
At the height of the cold war, a known Russian spy ("Kyril") is sent to the UK under falsely reported pretenses in order to hopefully indirectly spark an unknown mole in the KGB to reveal himself; the endeavor eventually has repercussions which none of the initial players could have predicted.
Wet Job
6.4/10
S.I.S. agent David Callan is brought out of retirement for one last assignment.
When Day Is Done
7.8/10
A determined wife tries to rescue her musician husband from mounting problems caused by his complicated life style.
