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King Lear

Drama
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1974-09-24
2h 36m
English
Released
Thames Television

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When England's aging King Lear renounces his throne to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, treachery, madness and murder soon follow. After banishing Cordelia, his most loyal daughter, Lear is betrayed and cast out by her elder sisters Regan and Goneril. Meanwhile, evil brews at the Gloucester castle as Edgar falls victim to his brother's deception. As battle lines are drawn and backs are stabbed, Lear rages against a fearsome storm. Can a man undo his wrongs? Will Cordelia be saved? Or will the wheels of fate crush all in its way?

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About King Lear

When England's aging King Lear renounces his throne to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, treachery, madness and murder soon follow. After banishing Cordelia, his most loyal daughter, Lear is betrayed and cast out by her elder sisters Regan and Goneril. Meanwhile, evil brews at the Gloucester castle as Edgar falls victim to his brother's deception. As battle lines are drawn and backs are stabbed, Lear rages against a fearsome storm. Can a man undo his wrongs? Will Cordelia be saved? Or will the wheels of fate crush all in its way? Running 156 minutes.

King Lear Cast and Characters

The cast features Patrick Magee (as King Lear), Patrick Mower (as Edmund), Beth Harris (as Goneril), Ann Lynn (as Regan), and Wendy Allnutt (as Cordelia). Their performances are a major reason King Lear has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching King Lear

King Lear flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch King Lear online for free?

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How long is King Lear?

King Lear runs for 156 minutes (about 2.6 hours).

Is King Lear good? What's the rating?

King Lear holds a 5.5/10 rating based on 4 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of King Lear?

The main cast includes Patrick Magee, Patrick Mower, Beth Harris, and Ann Lynn, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is King Lear available in English?

Yes — King Lear was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was King Lear released?

King Lear was released in 1974.

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Where can I watch King Lear for free?

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What is King Lear about?

King Lear is a Drama English-language film. When England's aging King Lear renounces his throne to divide his kingdom among his three daughters, treachery, madness and murder soon follow. After banishing Cordelia, his most loyal daughter, Lear is betrayed and cast out by her elder sisters Regan and Goneril. Meanwhile, evil brews at the Gloucester castle as Edgar falls victim to his brother's deception. As battle lines are drawn and backs are stabbed, Lear rages against a fearsome storm. Can a man undo his wrongs? Will Cordelia be saved? Or will the wheels of fate crush all in its way?

When was King Lear released?

King Lear was released on September 24, 1974. It has a runtime of 2h 36m. The film was produced by Thames Television.

Who stars in King Lear?

King Lear stars Patrick Magee, Patrick Mower, Beth Harris and Ann Lynn. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is King Lear available in HD?

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