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Synopsis
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.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.8/10 | 53% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 91% | 26% |
| TMDB | 7.4/10422 votes | 21% |
| Balasaur Score | 81 | 100% |
Key crew
- James GoldmanScreenplay
- Anthony HarveyDirector
- John BarryOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Peter O'TooleHenry II
- Katharine HepburnEleanor of Aquitaine
- Anthony HopkinsRichard
- John CastleGeoffrey
- Nigel TerryJohn
- Timothy DaltonPhilip II
- Jane MerrowAlais
- Nigel StockWilliam Marshall
- O.Z. WhiteheadBishop of Durham
- Kenneth IvesQueen Eleanor's Guard
- Kenneth GriffithStrolling Player
- Henry WoolfStrolling Player
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