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Tolkien in Oxford (1968): Cast

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Tolkien in Oxford is a 1968 documentary directed by Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears, starring John Izzard, J. R. R. Tolkien and Barbara Hepworth. It runs 26 minutes.

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Tolkien in Oxford (1968) movie poster
Released
Runtime
26 min
Directors
Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
BBC
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Tolkien in Oxford About?

The premise of Tolkien in Oxford without spoilers.

The documentary captures the perspectives of J.R.R. Tolkien and Oxford students on his Middle‑Earth epics. John Izzard meets Tolkien at his home, strolling through beloved Oxford locales while the author shares his thoughts on the wildly successful fantasy novels, and students reflect on his enduring influence.

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Cast & crew

Tolkien in Oxford Cast

John Izzard leads the cast, with J. R. R. Tolkien and Barbara Hepworth. Directed by Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears.

From the directors

More from Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears

More films directed by Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears: The Hour of the Pig, With Orson Welles: Stories from a Life in Film, Duke Bluebeard’s Castle and Schalcken the Painter.

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Tolkien in Oxford Also Known As

Also known as “Suddenly I Know What I Have to Do: Tolkien in Oxford”.

Also known as
  • Suddenly I Know What I Have to Do: Tolkien in Oxford

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Tolkien in Oxford FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Tolkien in Oxford, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Tolkien in Oxford?

Tolkien in Oxford runs 26 minutes.

When was Tolkien in Oxford released?

Tolkien in Oxford was released on March 30, 1968.

Who directed Tolkien in Oxford?

Tolkien in Oxford was directed by Leslie Megahey and Colin Nears.

More films by Leslie Megahey

Who is in the cast of Tolkien in Oxford?

Tolkien in Oxford stars John Izzard, J. R. R. Tolkien and Barbara Hepworth.

Does Tolkien in Oxford have a post-credit scene?

No. Tolkien in Oxford has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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