"Benedict Cumberbatch"
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72 min
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What It Covers
Benedict Cumberbatch discusses his childhood with actor parents, boarding school experiences, teaching in Tibet, major film roles including Sherlock Holmes, Doctor Strange, and his upcoming grief drama.
Notable Moment
Cumberbatch reveals Gary Oldman appeared intimidating during their first Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy meeting but was actually terrified about playing the iconic George Smiley character, showing vulnerability beneath his commanding presence.
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