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The Lion in Winter (2003)

Movie ★ 5.9 167 min

Drama History TV Movie Romance

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.

Andrei Konchalovsky Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 26, 2003
Runtime
167 min
IMDb
tt0319754
Language
Studio
Flying Freehold Productions, HCC Happy Crew Company, , Matt IV

Themes

Cast

Glenn Close Glenn Close Eleanor of Aquitaine Patrick Stewart Patrick Stewart King Henry II Andrew Howard Andrew Howard Richard Antal Konrád Toastmaster Rafe Spall Rafe Spall Prince John John Light John Light Geoffrey Soma Marko Young Prince John Jonathan Rhys Meyers Jonathan Rhys Meyers Philip Yuliya Vysotskaya Yuliya Vysotskaya Alais Clive Wood Clive Wood William Marshall

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Lion in Winter about?
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.
Who directed The Lion in Winter?
The Lion in Winter was directed by Andrei Konchalovsky.
Who stars in The Lion in Winter?
The Lion in Winter stars Glenn Close, Patrick Stewart, Andrew Howard, Antal Konrád.
When was The Lion in Winter released?
The Lion in Winter is a 2003 drama, history, tv movie, romance film.
Where can I watch The Lion in Winter?
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