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William Nicholson has 12 titles in the CriticCrunch catalog across a career spanning the 1990s through the 2020s. 1 sits in the Top 1% of all titles we track — including Gladiator.
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Thirteen Lives
2022 · Movie · Writer
Top 5%Prime Video · Included

Unbroken
2014 · Movie · Writer
Top 12%Netflix · Included

Breathe
2017 · Movie · Writer
Top 16%Tubi · Free w/ ads

Everest
2015 · Movie · Writer
Top 26%Netflix · Included

First Knight
1995 · Movie · Writer
Top 64%Tubi · Free w/ ads

Nell
1994 · Movie · Writer
Top 66%Pluto TV · Free w/ ads
After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
Dir. Ridley Scott · With Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen

Based on the true nail-biting mission that captivated the world. Twelve boys and the coach of a Thai soccer team explore the Tham Luang cave when an unexpected rainstorm traps them in a chamber inside the mountain. Entombed behind a maze of flooded cave tunnels, they face impossible odds. A team of world-class divers navigate through miles of dangerous cave networks to discover that finding the boys is only the beginning.
Dir. Ron Howard · With Viggo Mortensen, Colin Farrell, Joel Edgerton

An adaptation of the successful stage musical based on Victor Hugo's classic novel set in 19th-century France. Jean Valjean, a man imprisoned for stealing bread, must flee a relentless policeman named Javert. The pursuit consumes both men's lives, and soon Valjean finds himself in the midst of the student revolutions in France.
Dir. Tom Hooper · With Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Amanda Seyfried

A chronicle of the life of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner who was taken prisoner by Japanese forces during World War II.
Dir. Angelina Jolie · With Jack O'Connell, Alex Russell, Domhnall Gleeson
Based on the true story of Robin, a handsome, brilliant and adventurous man whose life takes a dramatic turn when polio leaves him paralyzed.
Dir. Andy Serkis · With Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy, Hugh Bonneville
Inspired by the incredible events surrounding a treacherous attempt to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain, "Everest" documents the awe-inspiring journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their limits by one of the fiercest snowstorms ever encountered by mankind. Their mettle tested by the harshest of elements found on the planet, the climbers will face nearly impossible obstacles as a lifelong obsession becomes a breathtaking struggle for survival.
Dir. Baltasar Kormákur · With Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin, Jake Gyllenhaal
C.S. Lewis, a world-renowned writer and professor, leads a passionless life until he meets spirited poet Joy Gresham.
Dir. Richard Attenborough · With Anthony Hopkins, Debra Winger, Edward Hardwicke

A chronicle of Nelson Mandela's life journey from his childhood in a rural village through to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa.
Dir. Justin Chadwick · With Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgoroge

When Queen Elizabeth's reign is threatened by ruthless familial betrayal and Spain's invading army, she and her shrewd adviser must act to safeguard the lives of her people.
Dir. Shekhar Kapur · With Cate Blanchett, Laurence Fox, Clive Owen

The timeless tale of King Arthur and the legend of Camelot are retold in this passionate period drama. Arthur is reluctant to hand the crown to Lancelot, and Guinevere is torn between her loyalty to her husband and her growing love for his rival. But Lancelot must balance his loyalty to the throne with the rewards of true love.
Dir. Jerry Zucker · With Sean Connery, Richard Gere, Julia Ormond

In a remote woodland cabin, a small town doctor discovers Nell — a beautiful young hermit woman with many secrets.
Dir. Michael Apted · With Jodie Foster, Liam Neeson, Natasha Richardson

Grace lives an idyllic life in a British seaside town, but her world soon comes crashing down when her husband of 29 years tells her he's leaving her for another woman. Through stages of shock, disbelief and anger -- and with support from her son -- Grace ultimately regains her footing while learning it's never too late to be happy.
Dir. William Nicholson · With Annette Bening, Bill Nighy, Josh O'Connor