King Lear(1982)
Synopsis
An aging King invites disaster, when he abdicates to his corrupt, toadying daughters, and rejects his loving and honest one.
Directed by Jonathan Miller
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Cast
Michael Hordern
King Lear
Brenda Blethyn
Cordelia
Gillian Barge
Goneril
Penelope Wilton
Regan
John Shrapnel
Earl of Kent
Norman Rodway
Earl of Gloucester
Michael Kitchen
Edmund
John Bird
Duke of Albany
Julian Curry
Duke of Cornwall
David Weston
Duke of Burgundy
Harry Waters
King of France
Anton Lesser
Edgar
John Grillo
Oswald
Iain Armstrong
First Gentleman
Frank Middlemass
Fool
Ken Stott
Curan
Stuart Blake
First Servant
Tony Sympson
Second Servant
King Lear — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch King Lear?+
King Lear is available to stream on Britbox Apple TV channel and Kanopy. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did King Lear come out?+
King Lear was released in 1982.
How long is King Lear?+
King Lear runs for 185 minutes (3 hours and 5 minutes).
Who directed King Lear?+
King Lear was directed by Jonathan Miller.
Who stars in King Lear?+
King Lear stars Michael Hordern, Brenda Blethyn, Gillian Barge, Penelope Wilton and John Shrapnel.
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