The Professor and the Madman

In the mid-19th century, linguist James Murray (Mel Gibson) passionately works on his ambitious dream: creating the first edition of the Oxford English Dictionary, which remains the most comprehensive dictionary of the English language to this day. He receives support from the enigmatic Dr. William Chester Minor (Sean Penn), who sends Murray 10,000 entries over the years. Unbeknownst to the researcher, his fervent supporter is living in a maximum-security psychiatric facility. However, a strong bond develops between the two unlikely men, who are considered "mad" for entirely different reasons, as they strive to create a shared legacy: the greatest English dictionary of all time! Based on the bestselling book by Simon Winchester and featuring a star-studded cast, "The Professor and the Madman" tells the fascinating story of two extraordinary men who make the seemingly impossible possible.