The Libertine 2004 · UK, Australia · 114 minutes · R · 2 wins & 8 nominations. biopic period film Stars: Johnny Depp, Samantha Morton, John Malkovich Director: Laurence Dunmore He didn't resist temptation. He pursued it. 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. Tags: crowned heads, infidelity, mentors 6.2 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like He didn't resist temptation. He pursued it. 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. Tags: crowned heads, infidelity, mentors, rise and fall stories, writer's life Watch The Libertine trailer Starring of The Libertine Johnny Depp as Rochester Samantha Morton as Elizabeth Barry John Malkovich as Charles II Rosamund Pike as Elizabeth Malet Paul Ritter as Chiffinch Stanley Townsend as Keown Francesca Annis as Countess Tom Hollander as Etherege Johnny Vegas as Sackville Richard Coyle as Alcock Tom Burke as Vaughan Hugh Sachs as Ratcliffe Rupert Friend as Downs Kelly Reilly as Jane Jack Davenport as Harris Trudi Jackson as Rose Cara Horgan as Acting Troop Storyline of The Libertine 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. Genre: drama, romance Theme: crowned heads, infidelity, mentors, rise and fall stories, writer's life Mood: button pushers, carnal knowledge Certification: Mature Audiences - Ages 17+ Recommended Flag: adult humor, adult situations, nudity, profanity, strong sexual content, substance abuse MPA rating: R Award: 2 wins & 8 nominations. Rating of The Libertine 6.2 / 10 Login to add your rating Have you seen it? Add to your watchlist Like 0 0 0 0 0 Reviews of The Libertine Write your review or comment