Laurence Olivier Presents
Series Overview
Laurence Olivier Presents is a British television series made by Granada Television which ran from 1976 to 1978. The plays, with the exception of Hindle Wakes, all starred Laurence Olivier. Some of the plays were based on productions staged at the National Theatre during the period when Olivier was Artistic Director. In addition to distinguished English actors, the casts assembled for these productions included several Hollywood stars, such as Natalie Wood, Robert Wagner, Joanne Woodward and Maureen Stapleton.
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2 Seasons • 6 Episodes
1976 – 1978
Premiered: Sun, Dec 5, 1976
Laurence OlivierLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 3: “Daphne Laureola”
Lady Pitts is a middle-aged, Newnham-educated lady who was once director of a biscuit factory by day while running a shelter for prostitutes by night. Ernest is a young Polish student who meets Lady Pitts one evening when she is alone and very drunk in a Soho restaurant. Ernest decides to worship this mysterious lady as Dante worshipped Beatrice. But Lady Pitts is a wayward, though determined, woman.
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What is Laurence Olivier Presents about?
Laurence Olivier Presents is a British television series made by Granada Television which ran from 1976 to 1978. The plays, with the exception of Hindle Wakes, all starred Laurence Olivier. Some of the plays were based on productions staged at the National Theatre during the period when Olivier was Artistic Director. In addition to distinguished English actors, the casts assembled for these productions included several Hollywood stars, such as Natalie Wood, Robert Wagner, Joanne Woodward and Maureen Stapleton.
How many seasons does Laurence Olivier Presents have?
Laurence Olivier Presents comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Laurence Olivier Presents?
Key cast members in Laurence Olivier Presents include Not specified.
Who created or directed Laurence Olivier Presents?
Laurence Olivier Presents was developed and directed by Laurence Olivier.