THE sad news of Stephen Hawking’s death has shaken the world of modern physics.
Here’s the lowdown on the film about his life – The Theory of Everything…
Is The Theory of Everything on Netflix?
The Theory of Everything was released in 2014.
It is not currently available on Netlfix or Amazon Prime.
However Amazon customers can rent the title for £3.49, or download a permanent copy for £5.99.
The DVD can also be purchased on Amazon for £4.63 or at HMV’s online store for £5.99.
The film is also available on Google Play, YouTube Movies and iTunes for £5.99.
What’s The Theory of Everything about?
The Theory of Everything is a biographical romantic drama based on Stephen Hawking’s life.
It features his enrolment at Cambridge University, meeting his first wife Jane and his diagnosis of motor neurone disease at the age of 21.
Despite his bleak prognosis of two years to live, Jane stays by his side and together they battle adversity and defy expectations.
Stephen Hawking is known as a great physicist but this film is an emotional exploration of his personal life.
Who’s in the cast of The Theory of Everything?
- Eddie Redmayne – Stephen Hawking
- Felicity Jones – Jane Wilde
- Charlie Cox – Jonathan Jones
- Emily Watson – Beryl Wilde (Jane’s mother)
- Simon McBurney – Frank hawking (Stephen’s father)
- David Thewlis – Dennis Sciama (Stephen’s tutor)
What did reviews say about The Theory of Everything?
The Theory of Everything received great critical acclaim with The New York Post, calling the film “tremendously moving and inspirational.”
Comparisons were also made with the film My Left Foot – the story of a disabled boy starring Daniel Day-Lewis.
At the 87th Academny Awards Eddie Redmayne won the Oscar for Best Actor for his portrayal of Stephen Hawking.
The film was also nominated for Best Actress and Best Adapted Screenplay.