"The Theory of Everything": Read The Screenplay By Anthony McCarten
The universe has no boundaries… and neither should your screenplay.
"The Theory of Everything" (2014), written by Anthony McCarten, reframes the life of Stephen Hawking as both a story of scientific brilliance and an intimate portrait of love and perseverance.
Adapted from Jane Hawking’s memoir, "Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen," the screenplay masterfully balances complex ideas with heartfelt emotion, showing that even the most extraordinary lives are grounded in deeply human relationships. For screenwriters and educators, it’s an essential study in crafting biopics that connect through heart as much as intellect.
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Written by Anthony McCarten and adapted from Jane Hawking’s memoir, “The Theory of Everything” (2014) is a deeply human story about love, resilience, and intellectual brilliance. Rather than a traditional biopic, the screenplay frames Stephen Hawking’s genius through his relationship with Jane, blending science, emotion, and moral complexity.
Screenwriting Takeaways: "The Theory of Everything" (2014).
Instead of a standard “great man” narrative, the film frames Hawking’s genius within his relationship with Jane. This structure humanizes a larger-than-life figure and centers emotional stakes.
Screenwriting Takeaway:
- Reframe biopics around relationships, not just achievements.
- Emotional arcs make intellectual stories resonate.
Educator Breakdown.
A love story. A story of genius. A story about seeing the universe differently. "The Theory of Everything" (2014) shows how a biopic can be intimate, emotional, and uplifting while still celebrating a once-in-a-generation mind. This breakdown explores how the screenplay blends science, love, and resilience into something unforgettable
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Stephen Hawking gets unprecedented success in the field of physics despite being diagnosed with motor neuron disease at the age of 21. He defeats awful odds as his first wife Jane aids him loyally. Focus Features
"The Theory of Everything" Screenplay Details.
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| Type | ... |
ORIGINAL
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| Version | ... | FinalShooting Script |
| Date | ... | 11.2013 |
| Pages | ... | 94 |
| Genres | ... | BioDramaRomance |
| Screenplay | ... | Anthony McCarten |
| IMDb ID | ... | 2980516 |
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