Overview

The story of John Wilmot, a.k.a. the Earl of Rochester, a 17th century poet who famously drank and debauched his way to an early grave, only to earn posthumous critical acclaim for his life's work.

Cast

Johnny Depp, Samantha Morton, John Malkovich, Rosamund Pike, Paul Ritter, Stanley Townsend, Francesca Annis, Tom Hollander

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What is "The Libertine" about?

The story of John Wilmot, a.k.a. the Earl of Rochester, a 17th century poet who famously drank and debauched his way to an early grave, only to earn posthumous critical acclaim for his life's work.

When was "The Libertine" released?

The Libertine was released in 2004.

Who stars in "The Libertine"?

The cast includes Johnny Depp, Samantha Morton, John Malkovich, Rosamund Pike.