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Biography Movie Summaries & Endings Explained
811 biography movies, each with a full plot summary, timeline, character guide and the ending explained. Combine filters to narrow it down.
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Frances
1982 · Biography
Chariots of Fire
1982 · Biography
Missing
1982 · Biography
Reds
1981 · Biography
My Dinner with Andre
1981 · Biography
Mommie Dearest
1981 · Biography
The Idolmaker
1980 · Biography
Raging Bull
1980 · Biography
The Elephant Man
1980 · Biography
The Hunter
1980 · Action
Coal Miner's Daughter
1980 · Biography
My Brilliant Career
1979 · Biography
Escape from Alcatraz
1979 · Biography
Midnight Express
1978 · Biography
The Buddy Holly Story
1978 · Biography
Greased Lightning
1977 · Action
Bound for Glory
1976 · Biography
The Boy in the Plastic Bubble
1976 · Biography
All the President's Men
1976 · Biography
Dog Day Afternoon
1975 · Biography
Lenny
1974 · Biography
Papillon
1973 · Biography
Serpico
1973 · Biography
Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
1973 · Biography
Mary, Queen of Scots
1971 · Biography
Nicholas and Alexandra
1971 · Biography
Brian's Song
1971 · Biography
The Devils
1971 · Biography
Patton
1970 · Biography
Cleopatra
1963 · Biography
Spartacus
1960 · Adventure
The Sound of Music
1965 · Biography
Young Man with a Horn
1950 · Biography
Rhapsody in Blue
1945 · Biography
PT 109
1963 · Biography
Sunrise at Campobello
1960 · Biography
The Singing Nun
1966 · Biography
Million Dollar Mermaid
1952 · Biography
Lust for Life
1956 · Biography
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
1957 · Biography
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What Makes a Biography Movie? Biography Movies Explained
Biography films (biopics) focus on the real-life stories of notable individuals, offering insight into their personal and professional lives. These movies highlight the triumphs and struggles of their subjects, providing viewers with a closer look at influential figures and their impact on the world.
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