14 Movies Starring Michael Sheen

Kingdom of Heaven

Kingdom of Heaven

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2005-05-06

Languages:

English, Arabic, Latin, Italian

Countries:

USA, UK, Spain, Germany, Morocco

Runtime:

144 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

7.2 (200037 Reviews)

Director:

Ridley Scott

Fullplot:

It is the time of the Crusades during the Middle Ages - the world shaping 200-year collision between Europe and the East. A blacksmith named Balian has lost his family and nearly his faith. The religious wars raging in the far-off Holy Land seem remote to him, yet he is pulled into that immense drama. Amid the pageantry and intrigues of medieval Jerusalem he falls in love, grows into a leader, and ultimately uses all his courage and skill to defend the city against staggering odds. Destiny comes seeking Balian in the form of a great knight, Godfrey of Ibelin, a Crusader briefly home to France from fighting in the East. Revealing himself as Balian's father, Godfrey shows him the true meaning of knighthood and takes him on a journey across continents to the fabled Holy City. In Jerusalem at that moment--between the Second and Third Crusades--a fragile peace prevails, through the efforts of its enlightened Christian king, Baldwin IV, aided by his advisor Tiberias, and the military restraint of the legendary Muslim leader Saladin. But Baldwin's days are numbered, and strains of fanaticism, greed, and jealousy among the Crusaders threaten to shatter the truce. King Baldwin's vision of peace--a kingdom of heaven--is shared by a handful of knights, including Godfrey of Ibelin, who swear to uphold it with their lives and honor. As Godfrey passes his sword to his son, he also passes on that sacred oath: to protect the helpless, safeguard the peace, and work toward harmony between religions and cultures, so that a kingdom of heaven can flourish on earth. Balian takes the sword and steps into history.

Underworld

Underworld

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2003-09-19

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK, Germany, Hungary, USA

Runtime:

121 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

(193366 Reviews)

Director:

Len Wiseman

Cast:

Writer:

Kevin Grevioux (story)

Len Wiseman (story)

Danny McBride (story)

Danny McBride (screenplay)

Fullplot:

A war has been raging between the Vampires and Lycan for centuries, Selene (Beckinsale) is a death dealer, assigned to hunt down and eradicate the last of the Lycan. When she comes across Michael Corvin (Speedman) who holds the key to end the war she must decide where her allegiances will lie.

Laws of Attraction

Laws of Attraction

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2004-04-30

Languages:

English

Countries:

Ireland, UK, Germany

Runtime:

90 min

Rated:

PG-13

IMDB Ratings:

5.9 (17512 Reviews)

Director:

Peter Howitt

Cast:

Writer:

Aline Brosh McKenna (story)

Aline Brosh McKenna (screenplay)

Robert Harling (screenplay)

Fullplot:

This is the story of two New York divorce attorneys who are often competing against each other, but end up in a relationship nonetheless. When they get married, can they avoid the same issues at home that lead people to provide them business at work? One of the central cases in the story is the heavily-publicized divorce of a rock star from his wife...

Bright Young Things

Bright Young Things

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2003-10-03

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK

Runtime:

106 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

6.6 (4198 Reviews)

Director:

Stephen Fry

Cast:

Writer:

Stephen Fry (screenplay)

Evelyn Waugh (novel)

Fullplot:

A fool and his money. In the 1930s, Adam Fenwick-Symes is part of the English idle class, wanting to marry the flighty Nina Blount. He's a novelist with a hundred-pound advance for a manuscript confiscated by English customs. He spends the next several years trying to get money and to set a wedding date: he trades in gossip, wins money on wagers then gives it to a drunken major who's suggested he bet on a horse in an upcoming race. Adam tries to get the money back, but can't find the major. Meanwhile, Nina needs security, friends drink too much, and general unhappiness spoils the party. Then war breaks out. Is Adam's bright youth dimming with the fall of an empire?

The Deal

The Deal

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2007-11-08

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK

Runtime:

90 min

IMDB Ratings:

(966 Reviews)

Director:

Stephen Frears

Genres:

Drama

Cast:

Writer:

Peter Morgan

James Naughtie (based on the book by)

Fullplot:

Follows the rise to power of Tony Blair, and his friendship and rivalry with his contemporary, Gordon Brown.

Kingdom of Heaven

Kingdom of Heaven

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2005-05-06

Languages:

English, Arabic, Latin, Italian

Countries:

USA, UK, Spain, Germany, Morocco

Runtime:

144 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

7.2 (200087 Reviews)

Director:

Ridley Scott

Fullplot:

It is the time of the Crusades during the Middle Ages - the world shaping 200-year collision between Europe and the East. A blacksmith named Balian has lost his family and nearly his faith. The religious wars raging in the far-off Holy Land seem remote to him, yet he is pulled into that immense drama. Amid the pageantry and intrigues of medieval Jerusalem he falls in love, grows into a leader, and ultimately uses all his courage and skill to defend the city against staggering odds. Destiny comes seeking Balian in the form of a great knight, Godfrey of Ibelin, a Crusader briefly home to France from fighting in the East. Revealing himself as Balian's father, Godfrey shows him the true meaning of knighthood and takes him on a journey across continents to the fabled Holy City. In Jerusalem at that moment--between the Second and Third Crusades--a fragile peace prevails, through the efforts of its enlightened Christian king, Baldwin IV, aided by his advisor Tiberias, and the military restraint of the legendary Muslim leader Saladin. But Baldwin's days are numbered, and strains of fanaticism, greed, and jealousy among the Crusaders threaten to shatter the truce. King Baldwin's vision of peace--a kingdom of heaven--is shared by a handful of knights, including Godfrey of Ibelin, who swear to uphold it with their lives and honor. As Godfrey passes his sword to his son, he also passes on that sacred oath: to protect the helpless, safeguard the peace, and work toward harmony between religions and cultures, so that a kingdom of heaven can flourish on earth. Balian takes the sword and steps into history.

Dirty Filthy Love

Dirty Filthy Love

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2004-09-26

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK

Runtime:

120 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

7.4 (1108 Reviews)

Director:

Adrian Shergold

Genres:

DramaRomance

Fullplot:

A man's life falls apart as a result of his affliction with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Tourette's Syndrome in this touching and funny tale.

The League of Gentlemen's Apocalypse

The League of Gentlemen's Apocalypse

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2005-06-03

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK, Ireland, USA

Runtime:

91 min

IMDB Ratings:

6.1 (4087 Reviews)

Director:

Steve Bendelack

Genres:

ComedyHorror

Cast:

Writer:

Jeremy Dyson

Mark Gatiss

Steve Pemberton

Reece Shearsmith

Fullplot:

The fictional world of Royston Vasey is facing apocalypse and the only way to avert disaster is for our nightmarish cast of characters to find a way into the real world and confront their creators. From present day Soho to the fictional film world of 17th Century Britain, the residents must overcome countless bizarre obstacles in their bid to return Royston Vasey to safety.

Frost/Nixon

Frost/Nixon

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2009-01-23

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA, UK, France

Runtime:

122 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

7.7 (85026 Reviews)

Director:

Ron Howard

Genres:

DramaHistory

Cast:

Writer:

Peter Morgan (screenplay)

Peter Morgan (play)

Fullplot:

Writer Peter Morgan's legendary battle between Richard Nixon, the disgraced president with a legacy to save, and David Frost, a jet-setting television personality with a name to make, in the story of the historic encounter that changed both their lives. For three years after being forced from office, Nixon remained silent. But in summer 1977, the steely, cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit for one all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency. Nixon surprised everyone in selecting Frost as his televised confessor, intending to easily outfox the breezy British showman and secure a place in the hearts and minds of Americans (as well as a $600,000 fee). Likewise, Frost's team harbored doubts about their boss' ability to hold his own. But as cameras rolled, a charged battle of wits resulted.

The Special Relationship

The Special Relationship

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2010-05-29

Languages:

English, French

Countries:

UK, USA

Runtime:

93 min

Rated:

TV-14

IMDB Ratings:

6.8 (3353 Reviews)

Genres:

DramaHistory

Fullplot:

In 1992 Labour leader Tony Blair goes to America and is impressed by the policies of President Clinton,which he uses to reshape his party. Two years later he is invited back for an audience with Clinton,who,rightly, predicts that he will be Britain's next Prime Minister.Thus begins the 'special relationship' between the two, though Clinton is clearly the senior partner with Blair seeking his advice on Northern Ireland. The situation in Kosovo however reverses the roles as Blair forces American intervention by a reluctant president and is seen in the American media as the hero of the hour. As Clinton accuses his ally of stabbing him in the back the special relationship starts to sour and,with Clinton ultimately out of the White House,Blair takes his first photo call with the next incumbent,Bush.

Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2010-09-21

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

Runtime:

76 min

Rated:

G

IMDB Ratings:

(4663 Reviews)

Director:

Bradley Raymond

Cast:

Writer:

Joe Ansolabehere (screenplay)

Paul Germain (screenplay)

Bob Hilgenberg (screenplay)

Jeffrey M. Howard (story)

Brandy McKay (consulting writer)

Rob Muir (screenplay)

Bradley Raymond (story)

Fullplot:

Tinker Bell must team up with a rival fairy to keep their existence a secret from humans.

Resistance

Resistance

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2011-11-25

Languages:

English

Countries:

UK, Germany

Runtime:

92 min

IMDB Ratings:

4.9 (1027 Reviews)

Director:

Amit Gupta

Cast:

Writer:

Amit Gupta (screenplay)

Owen Sheers (novel)

Owen Sheers (screenplay)

Fullplot:

In 1944, the D-Day for the invasion of Normandy by the Allies has failed and Europe has not been released from the German forces. The men of an isolated Welsh village disappear and their wives believe that they have joined the resistance and soon German soldiers arrive at the village. The farmer Sarah Lewis and the German Commander Albrecht befriend to each other along the year.

Jesus Henry Christ

Jesus Henry Christ

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2012-04-20

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

Runtime:

92 min

Rated:

PG-13

IMDB Ratings:

6.4 (4729 Reviews)

Director:

Dennis Lee

Genres:

Comedy

Cast:

Writer:

Dennis Lee (screenplay)

Dennis Lee (short film)

Fullplot:

Henry is a precocious young boy, conceived in a petri-dish, raised by his single mother, Patricia, and is smarter than all of his peers. However, the one question he can't answer is, who is his father? Henry's attempts at locating his father lead him to Dr. Slavkin O'Hara, a university professor who has decided to raise his daughter, Audrey, as a psychology experiment in a world free of gender bias. Patricia starts fearing that she's losing her son, Audrey wishes she didn't have a father, Dr. O'Hara has no idea how to keep his daughter happy, and Henry may just have found the family he was looking for.

Beautiful Boy

Beautiful Boy

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2011-11-04

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA, Canada

Runtime:

100 min

Rated:

R

IMDB Ratings:

6.6 (5317 Reviews)

Director:

Shawn Ku

Genres:

Drama

Cast:

Writer:

Michael Armbruster

Shawn Ku

Fullplot:

Bill and Kate are in an emotionless marriage with their only son away at college. They knew he didn't sound happy but then comes the news that he was the mass murderer at his school killing 17 professors, fellow students and himself. They try to move on with their lives but they are held back by their own grief and the fact that the media and everyone around them view them as monsters. The more they fight it, they realize they only have each other.

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