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Burton and Taylor

6.220131h 23mMovieDramaTV Movie

Legendary acting duo and married couple Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor prepare for a 1983 theatrical production of the play "Private Lives."

DirectorRichard Laxton
WriterWilliam Ivory
ProducersLachlan MacKinnon·Julie Clark

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Richard Laxton

DWDominic West
Dominic West
Richard Burton
HCHelena Bonham Carter
Helena Bonham Carter
Elizabeth Taylor
SHSarah Hadland
Sarah Hadland
Kathryn Walker
LCLenora Crichlow
Lenora Crichlow
Chen Sam
STStanley Townsend
Stanley Townsend
Milton Katselas
LSLucille Sharp
Lucille Sharp
Liza Todd Burton
IB
Isabella Brazier-Jones
Maria Burton
WHWilliam Hope
William Hope
John Cullum
TWTrevor White
Trevor White
Journalist
GHGreg Hicks
Greg Hicks
Zev Bufman

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Burton and Taylor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Burton and Taylor?

Burton and Taylor is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Burton and Taylor on Netflix?

No, Burton and Taylor is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Burton and Taylor on Amazon Prime Video?

Burton and Taylor isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Burton and Taylor for free?

Burton and Taylor is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.