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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
The Lion in Winter is a 1966 play by James Goldman, depicting the personal and political conflicts of Henry II of England, his wife Eleanor of Aquitaine, their children and their guests during Christmas 1183.
Find out who starred in the historical drama film based on James Goldman's play, directed by Anthony Harvey. See the full list of actors, writers, producers, composers and more on IMDb.
May 14, 2024 · A riveting historical drama set at Christmas in Chinon Castle in 1183, "The Lion in Winter" is about the power struggles and familial conflicts between “King Henry II” of England, his wife “Eleanor of Aquitaine”, and their three willfully ambitious sons each vying to be the next king.
Henry II (Peter O'Toole) and Eleanor (Katharine Hepburn) meet with their three surviving sons at Christmas to decide which of them should become the new King after Henry's death. Originally a stage play, the action is mostly in the speeches the people make.
A historical drama about King Henry II and his sons, starring Peter O'Toole and Katharine Hepburn. Roger Ebert praises the literate script, the emotional intensity and the Oscar-worthy performances.
