Maverick: The Epic Adventures of David Lean

This documentary profiles double Oscar-winning director David Lean, exploring his towering cinematic legacy alongside the personal struggles that shaped his life and work.

This documentary traces the life of David Lean, the celebrated filmmaker behind some of cinema's most admired epics, drawing on previously unseen archive material. It examines the contradictions of a man who crafted richly layered films while battling the legacy of a cold father, a strict upbringing and six marriages. Contributions from leading directors including Steven Spielberg, Alfonso Cuarón, Kenneth Branagh and Cate Blanchett offer fresh perspectives on his artistry, in a film directed by Barnaby Thompson.