Lawrence of Arabia (1962)

Based On the Life of: T.E. Lawrence

Starring: Peter O’Toole

Movie Budget: $15 million  

Star Salary: $1 million

Lawrence of Arabia is a historical drama starring Peter O’Toole. Lawrence is a British military lieutenant who is sent to Arabia on a mission to find Arabian Prince Faisal and try to create a deal between the Arabs and the Brits in their battle against the Turks.

The film tells the story of how Lieutenant Lawrence defies orders and strikes out on his own mission across the desert to attack a Turkish port that is thought to be impenetrable. The movie, directed by David Lean and shot by Freddie Young, won an Oscar for Best Picture at the 1962 Awards.