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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.
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 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 summon his three remaining sons. Also ...
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.
Sharper and wittier than your average period piece, The Lion in Winter is a tale of palace intrigue bolstered by fantastic performances from Peter O'Toole,...
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- History, Drama
- PG
Lion In Winter, The (1968) -- (Movie Clip) Come For Me! Opening scene, King Henry II (Peter O'Toole) and his son John (Nigel Terry) with broadswords, Princess Alais (Jane Merrow) singing, then helping frame the story for. England's Henry II and his estranged queen battle over the choice of an heir.
