Ian McKellen

Bilbo, Gandalf and a motley crew of dwarves continue their quest to retake the dwarf kingdom of Erebor from the dragon Smaug in Part Two of the "Hobbit" trilogy. Facing danger at every turn from orcs, giant spiders and even wood elves, the surly bunch make their way to Smaug's lair where untold treasure awaits ... If the fire-breathing beast doesn't burn them to a crisp first.

The third and final film in Peter Jackson's "Hobbit" series finds Bilbo Baggins and his dwarf compatriots at war against the evil dragon Smaug and a massive army of Orcs -- courtesy of the dark lord Sauron. With the future of Middle Earth at stake, its various inhabitants -- elves, humans and dwarves, among them -- must put aside their differences and their greed to stop their enemy.

A retired Sherlock Holmes, struggling with an unreliable memory, relies on his housekeeper's son to help him solve a case from 30 years ago.

Shakespeare’s play reset in the 1930s starts with England at peace, but a fascist who lusts for power plots to kill his own family to gain supremacy.

Set in London during World War II, a dedicated personal assistant to a deteriorating veteran actor struggles to get him through a difficult performance of Shakespeare's King Lear. A STARZ Original Movie.

A doctor returns to the mental hospital where his author-father was a patient - and meets a mysterious man ready to reveal family secrets. An effective fantasy-mystery.

After practically abandoning his family in his youth, a now semi-retired professor returns to his hometown for the first time since leaving.

Following the German invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1939, European leaders plot strategies to determine the next moves of both their allies and enemies.

This uplifting feature documentary follows two friends on a global road trip to meet eight knights and a dame while immersing themselves in the world of William Shakespeare. Dan and Giles, former Shakespeare skeptics who became enthusiasts after being captivated by Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes in "Romeo and Juliet," journey to London to pursue acting careers and cultivate a profound appr...

Three humans accidentally find themselves in a parallel universe ruled by an evil and mysterious warlord. To end his reign, they must find his secret.

Narrated by Academy Award nominee Ian McKellan, this is a visual and musical celebration of life, wherein the acclaimed Cirque de Soleil troupe and a young child embark upon a mystical journey from the dawn of time to present day.

First performed as a play in 1747, MISS IN HER TEENS is the story of a wealthy young heiress who Sir Simon Loveit, a widower, wishes to marry. His son, Captain Bob, however has already won her heart before he went to war in Flanders. On his return, Captain Bob discovers, courtesy of his manservant Puff, that Miss has two other suitors, Captain Flash and Mr. Fribble.

A visual and cinematic experience, this film explores Shakespeare’s Hamlet, both its origins and its enduring appeal across all cultures and beliefs.

In the conclusion of the epic trilogy, armies mass for a final battle that will decide the fate of the world. Meanwhile, Frodo, accompanied by Sam and Gollum, ventures deep into Mordor on his seemingly impossible quest to destroy the Ring of Power.

The Fellowship continue on their sacred quest to destroy the One Ring. Their destinies lie at two towers - Orthanc Tower in Isengard, where the corrupt wizard Saruman awaits, and Sauron's fortress at Barad-dur, deep within the dark lands of Mordor.

A hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits a simple gold ring. When the wizard Gandalf discovers the ring has the power to enslave the entire world, they form a fellowship and embark on a quest to destroy it. Based on J.R.R. Tolkien's epic masterpiece.

Bilbo Baggins is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome Dragon Smaug.

A former Nazi and a curious teenager engage in a game of psychological warfare.

Career con artist Roy Courtnay can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her life and home to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life.

Film, theatre, and television greats Sir Ian McKellan and Dame Judi Dench star in this Royal Shakespeare Company production filmed for TV.