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The Lion in Winter

PG19682h 14mAnthony Harvey
IMDb 7.8 · Rotten Tomatoes 91%

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"What family doesn't have its ups and downs?"

Christmas 1183, Angevin Empire: King Henry II plans to announce his successor to the throne. Jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has three sons and wants his boy Prince John to take over. Henry's wife, Queen Eleanor, believes their son Prince Richard should be king. As family and various schemers gather for the holiday, each tries to make the indecisive king choose their option.

DramaHistory
InfidelityFranceEnglandQueenCastleBased On Play Or MusicalRichard The LionheartUnfaithfulnessMistressKing

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Lion in Winter (1968) about?

Christmas 1183, Angevin Empire: King Henry II plans to announce his successor to the throne. Jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has three sons and wants his boy Prince John to take over. Henry's wife, Queen Eleanor, believes their son Prince Richard should be king. As family and various schemers gather for the holiday, each tries to make the indecisive king choose their option.

Who stars in The Lion in Winter?

The Lion in Winter stars Peter O'Toole (Henry II), Katharine Hepburn (Eleanor of Aquitaine), Anthony Hopkins (Richard), John Castle (Geoffrey), Nigel Terry (John). The film was directed by Anthony Harvey.

How long is The Lion in Winter?

The Lion in Winter has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1968. It is rated PG.

Is The Lion in Winter worth watching?

The Lion in Winter holds an IMDb rating of 7.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 91. Fans of Drama, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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