Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean

2026•1h 44m•

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Profiles the double Oscar winner, who helmed some of the most well-respected movies of all time, via never-before-seen archive and contributions from leading film directors. Haunted by the shadow of his dismissive father and his puritan upbringing, Lean was married six times, and he created layered and complex narratives in his work while struggling to find connection and meaning in his personal life.

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Barnaby Thompson

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David Lean

Self (archive footage)

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Director: Barnaby Thompson

Keywords

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The runtime is 104 minutes (1h 44m).

It was a co-production between: United Kingdom, United States of America.

The film was directed by Barnaby Thompson.

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Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean

2026•1h 44m•

★0.0(0 ratings)

Documentary

Overview

Director

Barnaby Thompson

Watchlist

Main Cast

David Lean

Self (archive footage)

Full Crew

Direction

Director: Barnaby Thompson

Keywords

filmmakinghistorical documentary

Did You Know?

The runtime is 104 minutes (1h 44m).

It was a co-production between: United Kingdom, United States of America.

The film was directed by Barnaby Thompson.

Gallery

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Original Title:

Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean

Status:

In Production

Language:

English

Country of Origin:

United Kingdom, United States of America

Production Companies:

Embankment Films

Fragile Films

Sky

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