Film · 1968

The Lion in Winter

Name: The Lion in Winter
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1968-10-30
Duration: 134 min
Cast: Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, John Castle, Nigel Terry

Directed by Anthony Harvey · starring Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn and Anthony Hopkins

2 h 14 min
12
Drama · History
USA
Released in the UK 29 December 1968

8.8 Users4 votes

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Synopsis

1183 AD: King Henry II's three sons all want to inherit the throne, but he won't commit to a choice. They and his wife variously plot to force him.

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Runtime: 134 min2 hours and 14 minutes
Rating: 12Suitable for 12 years and over

How long is The Lion in Winter?: 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes).
When was The Lion in Winter released in the UK?: It was released in the UK on 29 December 1968.
Who directed The Lion in Winter?: Anthony Harvey.
Who is in The Lion in Winter?: It stars Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins and John Castle.
Where can I watch The Lion in Winter?: In the UK you can watch it with a channel on Apple TV and a channel on Prime Video.

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Director: Anthony Harvey
Writers: James Goldman
Music: John Barry

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8.8 4 votes

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Academy Awards (Oscars) 1969 3 of 7 nominations Won: Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role, Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published
Golden Globes 1969 2 of 6 nominations Won: Best Motion Picture - Drama, Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama
BAFTA Awards 1969 1 of 6 nominations Won: Film Best Actress