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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.
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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
Nov 4, 2022 · The Lion in Winter is a 1968 historical drama film set at Christmas 1183; it centres on political and personal turmoil among the royal family of Henry II of England, his wife Eleanor of Aquitaine, their three surviving sons, and the French king.
- 134 min
The Lion in Winter. Drama. 134 minutes ‧ 1968. Roger Ebert. November 4, 1968. 3 min read. One of the joys which movies provide too rarely is the opportunity to see a literate script handled intelligently.
The Lion in Winter. It's Christmas 1183, and King Henry II (Peter O'Toole) is planning to announce his successor to the throne. The jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has...
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- Anthony Harvey
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- Peter O'toole
The Lion In Winter (1968) is a historical drama that explores the personal and political turmoil of King Henry II of England during Christmas in 1183. Starring Peter O'Toole and Katharine Hepburn, the film delves into the complex intrigues and power struggles within the royal family as they vie for succession and control of the kingdom.
Aug 6, 2024 · The Lion in Winter, British dramatic film, released in 1968, that is noted for its brilliant, biting dialogue and the stellar performances of Katharine Hepburn and Peter O’Toole as Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II, respectively. Based on a Broadway play, the witty film drama recounts the troubled.
