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National Theatre Live: Nye
“One man’s dream of the NHS”
6.0 / 10• 2024• 2h 26m•NR• English
HistoryComedyDrama
Storyline
Confronted with death, National Health Service founder Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan's deepest memories lead him on a mind-bending journey back through his life; from childhood to mining underground, Parliament and fights with Winston Churchill.
Cast & Crew
Michael Sheen
Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan
Lead
Sharon Small
Jennie Lee
Remy Beasley
Gwen Davies
Jon Furlong
Herbert Morrison/Mr Howells
Roger Evans
Archie Lush
OL
Oliver Llewellyn Jenkins
Ensemble and Swing
Rhodri Meilir
David Bevan/Councillor Hopkins
Tony Jayawardena
Dr Dain/Winston Churchill
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Rufus Norris's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. National Theatre Live: Nye is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
