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Burton and Taylor

Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor, a renowned acting couple and married duo, co-star in the 1983 stage production of Noel Coward's classic play "Private Lives".

Richard Burton is invited to Elizabeth Taylor's 50th-birthday party, where they consider reviving their stage presence in a production of "Private Lives". Despite initial reluctance, Burton agrees, but their collaboration is plagued by Taylor's pill-popping and lack of experience. The play receives a mixed response, with audiences attending mainly to see Taylor, causing tension between the two.

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Studio(s): BBC, BBC America

Originally Released: United States, Jul 22, 2013

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Biography, Drama