“Inspiring” British period drama based on “emotional” true story gets new UK streaming home

The acclaimed British drama, The Theory of Everything (which won an Oscar), has moved to a new streaming platform in the UK following its departure from Netflix a week ago.

For the next 26 days, you can catch the 2014 movie featuring Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones on BBC iPlayer. Enjoy the show!

Under the guidance of director James Marsh, this compelling period drama centers around the extraordinary life of renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking. It delves into various aspects of his life, including reflections on his career, the impact of his Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosis, and his profound relationship with his wife, Jane Hawking. The narrative is inspired by her 2007 memoir titled “Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen.

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Redmayne clinched an Academy Award for Best Actor due to his stellar portrayal of the scientist. Jones secured a nomination for Best Actress in the same category. Notably, the film received nominations for Best Picture, Best Original Score, and Best Adapted Screenplay as well.

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The movie “The Theory of Everything” currently boasts an impressive 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 268 reviews. Notably, it has a slightly higher audience score of 84%, with the review aggregated from over 50,000 viewers’ ratings accumulated over a span of more than ten years.

In its initial reception, the film was hailed as a deeply moving and inspiring portrayal of Hawkins’ remarkable life by Empire magazine. Moreover, Redmayne’s performance in the role was highly commended for its authenticity, honesty, and intuitive intelligence by The Guardian, particularly for his emotional delivery.

In a blend of biographical drama and romantic tale, “The Theory of Everything” thrives under James Marsh’s skillful direction and the compelling performances of its principal actors.

Recents films now available on BBC iPlayer also feature notable additions such as the groundbreaking LGBTQ+ film “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert,” and Jodie Foster’s highly praised suspenseful movie “The Silence of the Lambs.

The Theory of Everything is streaming now on BBC iPlayer.

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2025-08-22 16:19