Tom Courtenay: 'The Dresser’
From It Happened In Hollywood by The Hollywood Reporter
May 19, 2026 · 35 min
About this episode
Tom Courtenay reflects on his Oscar-nominated role in 'The Dresser' and his experiences with Albert Finney.
The legendary British actor looks back on the film that earned him an Oscar nomination and a front-row seat to Albert Finney at his most ferocious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Guest: Tom Courtenay
Topics covered
- British cinema
- Oscar nominations
- actor reflections
- film history
- theater adaptations
Keywords
- Tom Courtenay
- The Dresser
- Albert Finney
- Oscar nomination
- British actor
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: The Dresser
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