FILM

The Lion in Winter (1968)

Name: The Lion in Winter
Director: Anthony Harvey
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1968-08-20
Cast: Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle, Nigel Terry

Film · 1968 · 134 min · PG · Drama · History

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.

Directed by Anthony Harvey

Starring Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle, Nigel Terry, Timothy Dalton, Jane Merrow, Nigel Stock

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Release dates in the United States

In cinemas	30 October 1968
Digital release	Not listed
Physical release	Not listed
First release anywhere	20 August 1968

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