Oliver Mellors is a character on Lady Chatterley's Lover. He is portrayed by Jack O'Connell.
Biography[]
Oliver is a Scottish man who rose up the army ranks to become an army lieutenant during the war. He lands a job as Clifford's gamekeeper. He and Clifford's wife, Connie Chatterly, have an affair.
Oliver prefers a quiet life in the countryside.
Throughout Lady Chatterley's Lover[]
When Clifford sends Connie to check on some pheasant chicks, she meets Oliver Mellors. Over time, she finds herself drawn to him. Connie asks her neighbour and local school teacher about him and learns that his wife left him while he was fighting in the war. However, he is still married because his wife refuses to give him a divorce.
Oliver remains humble to Connie as she is the lady of the manor, but Connie eventually acts on her desires, and they begin an affair. Oliver is aware that Connie is above his station, and worries about the consequences of upsetting his boss. As their passion intensifies, they must confront their situation and determine whether they are willing to risk it all for love.
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Characters |
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Constance "Connie" Chatterley • Oliver Mellors • Clifford Chatterley • Hilda Reid • Mrs. Flint • Mrs. Bolton |
Cast |
Emma Corrin • Jack O'Connell • Matthew Duckett • Faye Marsay • Ella Hunt • Joely Richardson |