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    The Lion in Winter

    PG1968 · Historical drama · 2h 12m

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  1. The Lion in Winter is a 1968 historical drama centred on Henry II of England and his attempt to establish a line of succession during a family gathering at Christmas 1183. His efforts unleash both political and personal turmoil among his estranged wife Eleanor of Aquitaine, their three surviving sons, the French king, and the king's half-sister Alais, who is Henry's mistress.

  2. The Lion in Winter: Directed by Anthony Harvey. With Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle. 1183 A.D.: King Henry II's three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won't commit to a choice.

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    • Biography, Drama, History
    • Anthony Harvey
    • 1968-10-30
  3. A historical drama about King Henry II and his sons, starring Peter O'Toole and Katharine Hepburn. Roger Ebert praises the literate script, the realistic sets and the Oscar-worthy performances.

  4. The 12th Century, and the obsession of Henry II of England to find a successor, after the death of the heir to the throne, causes him, one Christmas, to summ...

  5. 1183 A.D.: King Henry II's three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won't commit to a choice. When he allows his imprisoned wife Eleanor of Aquitaine out for a Christmas visit, they all variously plot to force him into a decision. It's Christmas 1183, and King Henry II (Peter O'Toole) is planning to announce his successor to the throne.

  6. The Lion in Winter is a classic historical drama that pits King Henry II and his wife Queen Eleanor against each other in a battle for the throne. With stellar performances by Peter O'Toole and ...

    • (44)
    • History, Drama
    • PG
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  8. Pop Culture 101 - THE LION IN WINTER The movie was based on James Goldman's play, which starred Robert Preston, Rosemary Harris and Christopher Walken when it opened on Broadway in March 1966. The play was a flop at the time, but has since become a popular staple for theaters ranging from Broadway to small-town community troupes.

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