Laurence Olivier books in order
English actor and director
- Lived
- 1907–1989
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 5
Laurence Olivier published 2 non-fiction books, 1 play and 2 other books, beginning with Henry V (1946). The best-known is Confessions of an Actor: An Autobiography (1982).
Updated September 2026
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Confessions of an Actor: An Autobiography
Laurence Olivier's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Confessions of an Actor: An Autobiography (May 1982)
On Acting (1986)
Plays in order
Henry V (1946)
Other books in order
23 Psalms (1992)
Living Bible (1996)
About Laurence Olivier
Laurence Kerr Olivier, Baron Olivier was an English actor and director. He and his contemporaries John Gielgud, Michael Redgrave and Ralph Richardson made up a quartet of male actors who dominated the British stage of the mid-20th century. He also worked in films throughout his six-decade career, playing more than fifty cinema roles. Late in his career, Olivier had considerable success in television roles.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Laurence Olivier FAQ
- How many books has Laurence Olivier written?
- Laurence Olivier published 2 non-fiction books, 1 play and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Laurence Olivier's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Confessions of an Actor: An Autobiography.
- What is Laurence Olivier's last book?
- On Acting (1986).
- What is Laurence Olivier's most famous book?
- Confessions of an Actor: An Autobiography (1982) is Laurence Olivier's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.