King Lear (1971)

Audience Score
66
King Lear
PG-13 2 hr 17 minNov 22nd, 1971Drama
King Lear is a proud man who solicits praise from his three daughters in return for inheritance of the kingdom. Daughters Goneril and Regan profess their affection vehemently. Cordelia, who does not respect the process her father has chosen, does not humor him. Lear's perceived rejection from Cordelia leads to her banishment, thus splitting the kingdom between the other two. This hasty decision becomes his fatal error.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:November 22nd, 1971
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Sam Lomberg
Production Companies:Royal Shakespeare Company, Athena Film A/S, Laterna Film