Releasing on Mar 20, 2026
SummaryThe story of the wild school boy Rich Jenkins, son of a boozy miner and an English teacher who recognised his talent, Philip Burton. A moving, untold story of how Rich Jenkins became Richard Burton the biggest star Wales has ever produced.
Directed By:Marc Evans
Written By:Tom Bullough, Josh Hyams
Mr. Burton
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83% Mixed
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Apr 11, 2025
60
It’s a bittersweet story, foreshadowed by his descent into alcoholism, yet the film manages to retain a purity of heart that will likely move any Burton fan.
Apr 11, 2025
60
The film is so dewy-eyed about the process that made him a star, it overlooks the more devilish bits of the bargain. In truth all biopics ought to have some aspects of a cautionary tale: there but for the grace of God go we.
Apr 11, 2025
60
[Burton] never thought acting was a manly profession, and seemed to be involved in a tug-of-war against himself, tangled up by his roots. To have half explored these themes, as Evans’ film does, means we’re left wanting more, but there’s a pleasing ache to the experience as a platonic love story.
Apr 11, 2025
40
It’s a pity, then, that this sluggishly paced film, which leans heavily on a fussy, twinkling piano score, is so meandering and listless.
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Production Company:
- BBC Wales
- Brookstreet Pictures
- Ffilm Cymru Wales
- Independent Entertainment
- Moo Studios
- Principal Film Finance
- Promise Pictures
- Severn Screen
Release Date:Mar 20, 2026
Duration:2 h 4 m
Awards
BAFTA Awards, Wales
• 2 Wins & 4 Nominations
Golden Trailer Awards
• 1 Nomination
BAFTA Awards
• 1 Nomination




























